Type of scam
Health and Medical Scams
Scammers target people who need medicine or want to feel better, with fake pharmacies, miracle cures and “free” medical devices.
The one thing to remember
Talk to your own doctor or pharmacist before buying any medicine or health product you saw in an ad or a call.
Which one sounds like what happened?
Warning signs
- Medicine without a prescription.
- Products that promise to cure many illnesses.
- “Free” devices that need your Medicare number or card number.
Last checked: October 31, 2026