Partnering with your doctor: reputable web sites

Where can you find reliable medical information after you go home from your doctor appointment?  Do you often go searching for medical information on the internet?  Many of us do.  How can you know if the information you are reading is accurate and up-to-date?  Good question.  According to an article posted on the University of Texas Health Leader website, the experts recommend using a trusted website. 

http://www.uthealthleader.org/index/article.htm?id=e75654f8-9111-4e9b-9dff-bf1240372d17

 

A word of caution about going on the internet (even reputable sites) to gain information:  You can learn a lot about diagnoses, symptoms and treatments from reputable web sites.  But when sifting through all that information, you can misdiagnose yourself and cause yourself much anxiety. (Yes, we have all probably done that.) It’s the application of that knowledge (which part applies to you and what should be done about it) that your doctor needs to direct.  Not even reputable web sites can be as valuable as your own doctor who knows you and your health status.  You will gain more by partnering with your doctor to get the best care for you and your family.  Next time I share reputable websites.