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SUMMARY:Updates on the Regulation of Advertising of Health Products Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) invites industry stakeholders to attend a webinar on updates regarding the regulation of advertising of health products. As part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen regulatory oversight and align with international best practices\, SAHPRA is enhancing its approach to regulating the advertising and promotion of medicines and medical devices. The webinar will provide stakeholders with an overview of current and planned initiatives\, including increased monitoring of advertising and promotional material\, potential regulatory developments\, and opportunities for industry engagement and participation. \n  \nWebinar Objectives\n\nInform industry of developments relating to the regulation of advertising\, including:\n\nIncreased post-marketing surveillance of advertisements and promotional material.\nThe potential introduction of a pre-approval process for advertising material.\n\n\nProvide information on the upcoming industry survey relating to the advertising of health products and encourage stakeholder participation.\nPrepare stakeholders for the pilot study on active monitoring of advertising\, planned to commence on 1 September 2026.\n\n\nKey Discussion Areas\n\nOverview of international best practice requirements.\nRegulatory framework relating to advertising of health products.\nActive monitoring of advertisements and promotional material.\nUpcoming industry survey on advertising of health products.\nPlanned pilot study and implementation approach.\nTimelines and stakeholder expectations.\n\n\nWho Should Attend?\n\nHolders of licences to manufacture and/or import medicines and medical devices.\nPharmaceutical wholesalers and distributors.\nIndustry and professional associations.\nPrivate sector representatives.\n\n\nExpected Outcomes\nBy the end of the webinar\, participants will: \n\nUnderstand SAHPRA’s approach to strengthening the regulation of advertisements and promotional material.\nBe informed about the upcoming survey and pilot study and their role in supporting these initiatives.\nGain clarity on regulatory obligations\, timelines\, and implications.\nEstablish direct communication channels with SAHPRA for ongoing engagement and support.\n\nWe encourage all relevant stakeholders to participate in this important engagement. \n  \nRegister here
URL:https://www.sahpra.org.za/event/updates-on-the-regulation-of-advertising-of-health-products-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual
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