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Recently I came across an article in Consumer Reports on finding health information on the internet. Overall it was rather skimpy, but a few gems of information were mentioned that I'll pass on to y'all as well as my own tidbits...
RELIABLE SOURCES: There is a lot of good and bad information on the Net, and in addition in using my web page to help you discern stuff, there are a few things to look out for to determine whether the info is trustworthy: 1. The .edu signature - generally any standard medical institution or university affiliated web page 2. Names you can trust - Web pages sponsored by the New England Journal of Medicine, AMA, American Academy of Family Physicians, American Academy of Pediatrics to name a few. 3. Be wary of newsgroups - Although I've gotten a lot of useful information from USENET, be aware of the often volatile nature from these groups and remember yesterday's rumor may become today's fact. Remember, anyone can post... LISTSERV GROUPS: I've often found these to be among the most useful, as they are often moderated and catered to individuals who have a vested interest in making sure the information is complete and reliable. They often have their own FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) about a disease or health topic, so check that before asking that question... Have any other hints? E-mail me and I'll write it down and pass it along! Go To Page: 1
The copyright of the article A consumer reports...: Hints on health hunting in Medicine is owned by Michael Woo-Ming. Permission to republish A consumer reports...: Hints on health hunting in print or online must be granted by the author in writing.
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