The internet makes finding health information easy and fast. Much of the information on the internet is valuable; however, the internet also allows rapid and widespread distribution of false and misleading information. You should carefully consider the source of information you find on the internet and discuss that information with your healthcare provider. This fact sheet can help you decide whether the health information you find on the internet or receive by email, text, or social media is likely to be reliable.
Click on the above link from the National Institutes of Health to learn how to protect yourselves from fake medical news and questionable websites.
