ACCC vs Homeopathy Plus Court Case Update (If this is the first time you’ve heard about the legal action launched against Fran Sheffield and Homeopat

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ACCC vs Homeopathy Plus Court Case Update

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(If this is the first time you’ve heard about the legal action launched against Fran Sheffield and Homeopathy Plus by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC), read our previous updates here).

The withdrawal... and what remains

How much I can share about this matter is still restricted by sub judice, but I can now tell you that the ACCC has withdrawn its claim that Homeopathy Plus and I misled and deceived people when we said that homeopathy could be used for the treatment of a serious epidemic and communicable disease.

The ACCC's case now rests on whether statements made about homeopathy’s ability to prevent that same disease - and the effectiveness of the vaccine for it - were misleading or deceptive. As we believe these claims were based on sound homeopathic science and current research trends we are vigorously defending these statements.

Numerous injunctions and penalties

The ACCC is seeking injunctions that we pay their legal costs, along with substantial fines for statements we made. The ACCC is also seeking an injunction to prevent the return of this information to the Homeopathy Plus website where it could once again be read and discussed by others. In addition, they're seeking injunctions to prevent me, Homeopathy Plus and “agents” from making any future statements about the effectiveness or reliability of the vaccine or suggesting that homeopathy can be used as an alternative.

What does this mean for you?

While grounds for this case have shifted, the right to discuss the effectiveness and risks of a vaccine and the right to provide alternative information on disease prevention and protection is still under serious threat.

A precedent in this case will have significant implications not just for us, but for anyone from the complementary and alternative medicine sphere who shares information that differs from government medical policy. In turn, this will restrict information to those who want to read alternate views or use alternate forms of healthcare.

We need your help

The support we received from so many at the start of this case has been invaluable. Our reports and most affidavits from the expert witnesses have now been lodged with the court, but there is still more to be done. Will you help us?

The two most immediate ways to make a difference are by spreading the word and supporting our defence through the fighting fund.

First way to help: Donate to the fighting fund

Your donation, no matter how big or small, is vital for the final preparation of expert reports and the cost of bringing those experts to court. If you have ever been helped by homeopathy or alternative healthcare, or if you practice homeopathy or a similar therapy and want to protect your healthcare rights, consider making a donation now as time is of the essence.

Please donate by any of the following ways:

1. Pay by card over the phone at 02 4304 0822 (International callers: +612 4304 0822)


2. Make a PayPal payment at: fransheffield@homeopathyplus.com.au - remember to add FIGHTING FUND in the comments section and we will send you a receipt.


3. Direct deposit funds into the following designated account – be sure to email us at office@homeopathyplus.com.au with the amount and FIGHTING FUND in the subject line if you would like a receipt:
Westpac Account: Fighting Fund
BSB: 032 627
Account: 198475


4. Fax credit card details and the amount you would like to give to 02 4044 0153 (international faxes: +612 4044 0153)


5. Mail your cheque to:
Homeopathy Plus
7b / 1 Pioneer Avenue
Tuggerah NSW 2259
Once again, remember to provide your name and address if you would like a receipt.


Second way to help: Spread the word

Another big way to help is by spreading the word about this case in any way you can.

Tell your family, friends and patients about the implications it may have for their access to alternative health information and treatment. Post it on your blog and Facebook pages. Tweet it and pin it up on Pinterest. Share it on other social media sites. Send the information to any related email lists with which you may be involved. It is important to get the word out to as many people as possible.

My deepest thanks,
-Fran Sheffield

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