Noom is not a medical service and its content is not a substitute for professional medical advice, even though it collects detailed health information and provides coaching.
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This disclaimer establishes the operational scope of Noom's Services as informational rather than clinical. It establishes the user's obligation to consult qualified healthcare providers for medical advice, establishing a clear boundary between the informational content Noom provides and professional medical services.
Noom's updated terms make clearer that the platform provides behavioral support, not medical treatment, and that coaching and food data features may not be fully accurate. This clarification is important for users who might view Noom as a substitute for medical advice or treatment. The terms now explicitly reserve Noom's right to suspend or revoke your access at any time, which expands the company's unilateral control over your account. Review the updated terms carefully, especially if you rely on Noom for health management or have shared sensitive health information on the platform.
View change record →Even if Noom's coaching or recommendations contribute to a health issue, this disclaimer positions the service as informational rather than medical, which may limit your ability to hold Noom responsible for health-related harms.
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"THE SERVICES ARE NOT INTENDED TO DIAGNOSE, TREAT, CURE, OR PREVENT ANY DISEASE OR MEDICAL CONDITION. THE CONTENT AND INFORMATION PROVIDED THROUGH THE SERVICES IS FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND IS NOT INTENDED TO BE A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE, DIAGNOSIS, OR TREATMENT. ALWAYS SEEK THE ADVICE OF YOUR PHYSICIAN OR OTHER QUALIFIED HEALTH PROVIDER WITH ANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE REGARDING A MEDICAL CONDITION.— Excerpt from Noom's Noom Terms of Service
REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: The health information disclaimer is relevant to the question of whether Noom's services constitute medical advice or practice under applicable state medical practice acts, and whether the platform's health data handling is subject to HIPAA. Noom is generally not a HIPAA-covered entity, but for Noom Med or services involving licensed practitioners, the regulatory landscape may differ. The FTC's guidelines on health product and service advertising are also relevant. GOVERNANCE EXPOSURE: Medium. The breadth of health data collected including weight, dietary habits, and health goals combined with this disclaimer creates a tension: the platform operates in a health context but disclaims medical responsibility. Regulators have scrutinized wellness platforms that collect health data but claim non-medical status to avoid clinical oversight. JURISDICTION FLAGS: State medical board oversight varies by jurisdiction. For services involving licensed health coaches or practitioners, such as Noom Med, state licensing requirements may apply. California, New York, and other states have specific rules about what constitutes unlicensed medical practice. CONTRACT AND VENDOR IMPLICATIONS: Employers offering Noom through employee wellness programs should assess whether the health disclaimer affects the employer's duty of care obligations and whether employees understand the non-medical nature of the coaching service. COMPLIANCE CONSIDERATIONS: For Noom Med or any services involving licensed practitioners, legal teams should assess whether the blanket informational disclaimer is appropriate, and whether clinical services require separate terms reflecting applicable medical and data protection standards.
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This disclaimer establishes the operational scope of Noom's Services as informational rather than clinical. It establishes the user's obligation to consult qualified healthcare providers for medical advice, establishing a clear boundary between the informational content Noom provides and professional medical services.
Even if Noom's coaching or recommendations contribute to a health issue, this disclaimer positions the service as informational rather than medical, which may limit your ability to hold Noom responsible for health-related harms.
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