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I do also look at other sources, like WebMD, RealLife and others for health information (as well as searches). Having recently been diagnosed with some Sleep Apnea, my first look was on the web - what is sleep apnea, what might cause it and how can I help it without medical devices (first suggest - lose some weight).
The article notes:
Computerworld - A third of U.S. consumers now use social media sites such as Facebook and Twitter to seek medical information and track and share symptoms. They're also using the sites to vent about doctors, drugs, treatments, medical devices and health plans.
Not unexpectedly, young adults rely on social networks for healthcare information far more than older Americans. The survey found that more than 80% of those between the ages of 18 and 24 said they're likely to share health information through social media channels -- and nearly 90% said they would trust information found there.We frequently trust our friends more than other sources. So, if I'm fighting the flu (and post that on Facebook and/or Twitter), and my friends suggest solutions that have helped them, doesn't that make sense? (It 'kind of' does make sense for me!!)
I do also look at other sources, like WebMD, RealLife and others for health information (as well as searches). Having recently been diagnosed with some Sleep Apnea, my first look was on the web - what is sleep apnea, what might cause it and how can I help it without medical devices (first suggest - lose some weight).
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