Science Washing in Digital Health: How Companies Overstate Evidence and Why Responsible Communication Matters
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Summary
This article examines "science washing" in the digital health industry, where companies use scientific language or selective evidence to overstate product confidence and effectiveness. It explores how digital health companies can communicate data responsibly to build credibility without triggering regulatory scrutiny or damaging consumer trust. The piece provides guidance on responsible evidence communication while supporting business growth.
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In digital health, science washing rarely looks like fabricated data.
Science washing in digital health can damage trust and trigger regulatory scrutiny.
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