Medical internet resources and its impact on education and relationship of medical professional and general public.

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Introduction

It has become a trend to surf the internet in to gather information about the disease from which the individual is suffering from or get answers for several problems . Some amount of this information may helpful , but the internet is increasing being misused and a lot of incorrect information is circulating about . Hence , it would be better if we examine this information with some amount of caution . Certain criteria need to be developed so that we can follow certain guidelines to evaluate the standard of information available on the internet . Besides , the mind has to be kept open in identify any discrepancies and sort them out in a systematic manner (NCI , 2005 . People often consider any information put up on the internet as valid and tend to learn from it . However in all cases , the source of information and a discussion with the medical professional is also required to clear all doubts . Several points have to be kept in mind before considering the information (NCI , 2005 . These include several issues such as : -

The organization that operates the website

The organization that sponsors the website

The original source of the data available on the website

The intention of the website

Documentation provided of the information

Is the information reviewed /updated frequently

The actual process of reviewing and updating

The currency of the information

Is the original source of authority mentioned

Is the information accessible

Is the information accurate

Is the information complete

Is the language simple enough for the people to understand and follow

Does the website provide a disclaimer which suggests the limitations currency , accuracy and authority of the information

Is the website designed in a systematic manner that is user-friendly and can be navigated with ease

Does the web page provide a search box which can search for specific information on the entire database itself

Does the website appear attractive to the viewer

Does the website suggest the audience it is meant for

Do suitable links exist in the webpage that would go to other sites , in case the individual requires extra information

Does the website collect any information about the individual surfing it , and the reason for collection of such information

Does the organization maintain confidentiality of individuals visiting the webpage

Does the webpage communicate with the visitors

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