5 Questions
What is one of the recommendations for cyberchondriacs mentioned in the text?
Look at reliable medical websites only after consulting a doctor
What is the primary purpose of online support groups for people with chronic illnesses?
To share information and experiences with individuals facing similar health conditions
What should individuals do before seeking online medical information, according to the text?
Make a list of worrying symptoms and visit a doctor first
What is a precaution mentioned for those with common symptoms like diarrhoea?
Consider the possibility of common causes first
What is one thing mentioned about some American healthcare sites in the text?
They recommend treatments not available in the UK
Learn about the phenomenon of cyberchondria where individuals self-diagnose by looking up symptoms online. Explore how this impacts healthcare interactions and diagnoses.
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