It has become common for false or misleading information to be found on the internet regarding MS.
MS and other health information should come from a trusted, credible source, like government agencies, hospitals, and universities, which can provide evidence-based information and sources you can trust.
There are so many websites with MS information that it can be hard to know which ones to trust.
Find trustworthy websites:
Ask the following questions to know if the content is credible:
- Who manages this information? The person or group publishing health information should be easy to find somewhere on the page.
- What is the original source of the information that they have posted? If the information was initially published in a research journal or a book, they should say which one(s) so that you can find it.
- What’s the purpose of the publication? Is it only informative, or is it intended to sell you something?
- Only share personal information once you understand the policies and you are comfortable with any risk involved in sharing your information online.
MS patients’ stories:
It’s common for users to post their experiences with MS. But remember that everyone is different. Even someone with the same kind of MS has a different body and health history from you. Be very careful with taking recommendations for treatment or medicines from someone other than your medical team.
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