An investigation conducted by the Associated Press has reported that chiropractors "have become major purveyors of misinformation about COVID treatments and have given hundreds of thousands of dollars to anti-vaccine events." The report notes specifically instances of violating ethical standards through false and misleading advertising such as advertising alternative treatments for COVID-19. The article notes the difficulties of bringing disciplinary action for such behavior - the line between free speech and ethical restrictions on false advertising, prescribing drugs for "off label" use, and advising of supplements as an effective alternative to vaccines. The American Chiropractic Association has advised its members to "stay within their scope of practice to provide evidence-informed care."
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