...Sam Sheps; David Birnbaum; Paulette S. Reid; Elizabeth M. Borycki Purpose This paper seeks to provide a narrative review of some of the factors that influence healthcare consumers' information seeking involving healthcare associated infections (HAI) on the internet. Design/methodology/approach...

... was appropriate, and allowed them to make an informed decision. Suggests the use of written information sheets and Internet Web sites to supplement the provision of information to patients. These modalities will allow patients to access as much information as they desire, while avoiding any potential anxiety due...

... options. The survey showed clear interest in the provision of a Web‐based support service for cardiac patients and a pilot would be pursued. Electronic resources are an important aspect of our life. Accessing the Internet is a convenient means of obtaining medical and health information for both...

...Alison Cooke This article examines some of the problems associated with health and medical information available via the Internet. An overview is provided of gateway services that seek to provide access to high quality materials. Quality principles for health and medical Internet‐based materials...