The TGA addresses concerns regarding news stories that may overstep into the illegal advertising of therapeutic goods. Officials agree to provide examples of media coverage that crosses regulatory boundaries and discuss guidance provided to media outlets.
Speakers: Prof Anthony Lawler, Hon Anne Ruston, Unknown Speaker
HealthGovernment advertisingProf Anthony LawlerHon Anne RustonUnknown SpeakerSenate Community Affairs Legislation CommitteeSupplementary Budget Estimates 2026–27Senate Community Affairs Legislation Committee, 29 Oct 20265846
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Hon Anne Ruston
Senator Ruston.Just finally TGA, um, so Professor Lillet, back on my favourite subject.
Prof Anthony Lawler
I was just wondering if it would be useful if you could provide not now, um, but some examples of news stories that you believe um overstep in terms of umYou might be pleased to hear, Senator.It's it's our favourite story at the moment.So we we think that this is really important as well.Um absolutely happy to do that, and if it would be of assistance um where we can do it in a de-identified way, happy to provide you with some information around the approaches we've received from media athletes seeking guidance.
Hon Anne Ruston
Could I have the chief nurse or the chief midwife?