Evaluating online health informationFinding online health information- MedlinePlus
- NIH Senior Health
- Agency for Healthcare Quality and Research: Questions are the Answer
Using Health Information
Online health information is in no way meant to substitute medical advice from a medical professional
10 million Americans go online each day to search for health information66% do not review the quality of the source66% did not talk to a doctor about the information50% of health searches have an impact on the person’s health care Source: Fox. Online Health Search 2006. Pew Internet & American Life Project.
High quality health information is freely and easily available on the Internet High quality health information is freely and easily available on the InternetInaccurate and misleading information is also freely and easily available on the Internet
Consider the Source Consider the Source- Who is responsible for the content?
- Is there an “about us” page?
Focus on Quality- Are the authors or editors experts in the subject?
- How is the information selected or approved?
Look for the Evidence- Does the site identify the author?
- Does it cite references for more information?
Check for Currency- Is the information current?
- Can you tell when the site was last updated?
Beware of Bias- Who is sponsoring the site?
- Are they trying to sell you something?
Protect Your Privacy Protect Your Privacy- Does the site have a privacy policy?
- Does it ask you to provide personal information?
Be a Cyberskeptic- Does the website make claims that seem too good to be true?
- Are quick, miraculous cures promised?
Description: Health information website that brings together quality information from government agencies and health-related organizations. Description: Health information website that brings together quality information from government agencies and health-related organizations.Features: Medical encyclopedia and dictionary, drug and supplement information, interactive tutorials, easy-to-read materials, resources in multiple languages, surgery videosWeb Address: http://medlineplus.gov
Go to http://www.medlineplus.gov Go to http://www.medlineplus.gov Use the search box to look up information on a disease of conditionYou may also want to try:
Description: A health information website developed especially for older adults. It contains information, videos, quizzes and frequently asked questions on 43 aging-related health topics. Description: A health information website developed especially for older adults. It contains information, videos, quizzes and frequently asked questions on 43 aging-related health topics.Features: Adjustable text size, contrast function to make text more readable, talking function that will read aloud the text on the screen.Web Address: http://www.nihseniorhealth.gov
Go to NIH Senior Health: http://www.nihseniorhealth.gov Go to NIH Senior Health: http://www.nihseniorhealth.gov Navigate your way through a Health TopicYou may also want to try:
Description: A website to help patients take an active role in their health care by asking questions, understanding their conditions, and evaluating their options. Description: A website to help patients take an active role in their health care by asking questions, understanding their conditions, and evaluating their options. Features: A Build Your Question List feature allows you to create a custom list of questions to print and take with you to your next appointment. Web Address: http://www.ahrq.gov/questionsaretheanswer
Go to http://www.ahrq.gov/questionsaretheanswer Go to http://www.ahrq.gov/questionsaretheanswerUse the Build Your Own List of Questions tool to create a list related to:- Getting new prescription
- Receiving a diagnosis
- Considering a new treatment
- Having medical tests
Share the information and any concerns you may have with your health care providerDon’t be afraid to ask questionsBeing better informed about your health issues allows you to communicate more effectively with your health care provider
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