health warning
A 'health warning' is a notice intended to inform individuals about potential risks to their well-being, often mandated by regulatory authorities.
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Definition
B2Consumer Products
(legal, formal)A notice on a product, such as tobacco or alcohol, informing consumers of potential health risks associated with its use.
Example
- Cigarette packages must display a health warning about the dangers of smoking.
- The health warning on the bottle advises pregnant women not to consume alcohol.
B2Public Health
(official, informative)An announcement by health authorities to alert the public about a potential health hazard or risk.
Example
- The government issued a health warning about the contaminated water supply.
- A health warning was broadcast to inform residents about the flu outbreak.
C1General Advisory
(informal, colloquial)An indication that a particular opinion or statistic should be treated with skepticism.
Example
- Take his advice with a health warning; he's not an expert in this field.
- The report comes with a health warning, as the data may be incomplete.
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