Web savvy: Choose health sites with care

By Mayo Clinic Staff

The web is awash with health information, but how can you duck the quacks? Use this checklist to evaluate what you find online: 1. Check dates. Search for the most recent information you can find. 2. Check the source. Look for articles that refer to published medical research and have been reviewed by qualified professionals. 3. Double-check what you find. Visit several sites and compare information.

Oct. 04, 2019 See more In-depth

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