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Basic criteria for selecting accurate and up-to-date websites
All websites are not created equal. Keep in mind that websites need to meet certain criteria for good quality.
Tips to consider for website quality:
- Look for credentials. Who is responsible for the information posted?
- Has the website been certified or accredited or is it just opinion-based?
- Is the website trying to sell you something?
- Is the website up to date?
- Is the content of the website providing the purpose that it says it will provide?
- How is the content reviewed for accuracy?
- Is there bias and only one side being represented on the website?
- Is there a privacy policy?
Credible websites for easy access to health questions
https://www.mayoclinic.org/
https://www.cdc.gov/
https://www.nih.gov/
https://medlineplus.gov/
Reference: https://nccih.nih.gov/health/webresources
