Age Quote by Jane Brody
“In 1966 the ACS formulated a State Model Cancer Act which was instrumental in the enactment of anti-quackery laws now enforced in 9 states...In California (it is a) felony...The use of unproven methods is also a criminal offense in Colorado, Illinois, Kentucky, Maryland, Nevada, North Dakota, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.”
About This Quote
Source Article: ACS State Model Cancer Act, 1966
The act led to anti‑quackery laws criminalizing unproven medical methods in several states.
In simple terms: Laws now punish false medical claims.
Support evidence‑based health.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- medical practice
- patient advocacy
- state legislation
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can consumers verify medical claims?
- What role should government play?
Enforcement varies; some methods slip through.