Evaluating Information:

Evaluating Health Information - National Library of Medicine Site
Under "Health Topics," click on "E" to find links on "Evaluating Health Information," such as "Health Web sites: which ones do you trust"?

Health Information on the Internet: How to Get the Right Stuff
Guidelines for evaluating the reliability of health web sites.

Buying Medicines and medical Products Online: Tips and Warnings
Things to watch out for when buying medicine and other products online, from the Food and Drug Administration

Health Hoaxes, Rumors and Quackery:

CDC - Health Related Hoaxes and Rumors
Information on health-related hoaxes and rumors provided by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.

HealthFinder
Under "Health Care", click on "fraud" to locate health fraud information including fad diets, guide to dietary supplements, cosmetic confusion, buying medical products online, and a consumer assistance directory.

National Council Against Health Fraud
Recognize health misinformation, fraud, and quackery.

Quackwatch
Guide to health frauds, quackery and making intelligent decisions.

Revised: 7/29/04