Health Flashcards
It means the source must be from competent and reliable individual, agency, or organization. The information must be up-to-date
Credibility
Content - it means that you should look at the following:
The information must be correct and complete with scientific basis
Accuracy
It must emphasize that the health information is general and it is not a medical recommendation
Disclaimer
The information must be complete and balanced. There must be no hidden or missing facts about the subject
Completeness
It means it should include purpose for giving the health information
Disclosure
It must provide means for consumer’s comment or to give their feedback about the health information
Interactivity
Compare the price of the same brand or similar brands at several stores before you decide to buy
Cost
Look for the features that are beneficial, or useful to you
Features
Look for a well-made product that works well
Quality
Before buying an expensive product, you need to ask for it. That is repairing, replacing the product if it does not work properly, or refunding your money
Warranty
You should always consider it when buying home, recreational, sports equipment/products, or using health services
Safety
Ask some trusted adults who have used the product/services that you plan to purchase. They can give you reliable information about it
Recommendations
Those who are licensed to practice medicine. They are the most knowledgeable to get the patients’ medical histories, skilled to perform physical examination, give diagnosis, and most specially licensed to prescribe medications
Physicians
Health professionals who have specialized training in a specific area
Specialists
Specialists who diagnose and treat allergies
Allergists
