Nursing 2240F/G Lecture Notes - Lecture 5: Health Professional
17 Dec 2016
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The internet is not regulates, anyone can set up a website. Commercial websites might be giving only information that supports what they are selling and not a balanced view. You can usually get reliable health information from non-profit educational or medical organizations and government agencies. Health information should be unbiased and balanced, based on solid medical evidence and not just someone"s opinion. The most trustworthy health information is based on medical research. Health information for the public should be easy to understand. Technical or unfamiliar terms should be clearly explained. Websites should also tell you when the information was prepared and updated. Ask a doctor or other health professional about the health information you find on websites. You may want to bring a copy of the information with you. Some websites collect and sell your personal information to other organizations. Trust your instincts about the health information you find on websites.
