An RDN discovers misinformation posted by another RDN on a blog;the blogger’s posting is not in agreement with a reputablescience-based non-government organization’s (NGO) recommendationsand current scientific evidence. The RDN reader is familiar withthe topic because he/she consults for a food company that relies onthe NGO’s information to support their brand messages. The RDNreader knows that the blogger is incorrect and perpetuating myths,and also worries that it could also be considered a conflict ofinterest for the RDN reader to correct the blogger on the site.
For this assignment I would like you to answer the followingquestions for each of the case study
• Is the situation described an ethical issue?
• Is the situation described a business dispute?
• What principle(s) of the Code of Ethics does it relate to andhow/why?
• What are the key issues?
• How might you handle as a colleague?
