Recently we have seen a virtual explosion of web sites on the internet that are dedicated to health information. At the same time, searching the web for health information can be frustrating. This is becoming a serious problem.
Many web sites contain inaccurate and even harmful information.
With the plethora of information, finding the most appropriate web sites on any given subject can be a real challenge. But take heart. Help is on the way. The Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, the American Medical Association, and several health coalitions such as, Health on the Net have recently released guidelines that can help health-conscious consumers navigate the web. Because the Internet has evolved so quickly and is still relatively new, it will take some time to refine and effectively implement these early efforts.