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What is one of the recommendations for cyberchondriacs mentioned in the text?
What is one of the recommendations for cyberchondriacs mentioned in the text?
- Seek online help before experiencing any symptoms
- Avoid visiting the doctor altogether
- Start self-medicating based on online information
- Look at reliable medical websites only after consulting a doctor (correct)
What is the primary purpose of online support groups for people with chronic illnesses?
What is the primary purpose of online support groups for people with chronic illnesses?
- To provide a platform for discussions with health professionals
- To share information and experiences with individuals facing similar health conditions (correct)
- To sell expensive treatments
- To promote new, untested medications
What should individuals do before seeking online medical information, according to the text?
What should individuals do before seeking online medical information, according to the text?
- Rely solely on online forums for medical advice
- Make a list of worrying symptoms and visit a doctor first (correct)
- Self-diagnose their condition
- Consult with multiple doctors
What is a precaution mentioned for those with common symptoms like diarrhoea?
What is a precaution mentioned for those with common symptoms like diarrhoea?
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What is one thing mentioned about some American healthcare sites in the text?
What is one thing mentioned about some American healthcare sites in the text?
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