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Cured by the Classifieds?

An advert in the Sowetan’s Classifieds raises questions around the ethics of publishing content containing misleading and unsubstantiated information which could have negative consequences for people’s health.

Yesterday the paper published an advert in its classified section which contains a prominent advert punting a product which can apparently “treat sexual infection” including the sexually transmitted infection (STI) gonorrhea.

The advert also features a product labeled “Man Sperms Count Booster” and an innocuous looking bottle topped with a bow that promises vaginal tightening.

Continue reading | 4 October 2011 | 0 Comments | Tags: advertisement, advertising, ethics, sowetan