States join FTC suit against Hims and Hers

Five US states have joined an FTC lawsuit accusing telehealth firm Hims and Hers of deceptive privacy and billing practices. The amended complaint alleges the company shared sensitive data with third parties. Hims and Hers plans to vigorously defend itself.

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FILE PHOTO: The company logo for Hims & Hers Health, Inc is displayed on a banner on the facade at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., August 17, 2026.  REUTERS/Brendan McDermid/File Photo

Five United States states joined a Federal Trade Commission lawsuit against HIMS & HERS HEALTH INC over alleged deceptive data-sharing practices. The amended complaint expands a July federal action by targeting the telehealth provider's consumer privacy protocols. The legal escalation coincides with a reduced core profit forecast following higher costs for weight-loss drugs.