June 18, 2015: SafeMedicationUse.ca Newsletter - Navigating Safely Through a Sea of Health Information
Have you felt overwhelmed by the copious and sometimes conflicting health advice provided by news sources and the Internet? The increasing availability of health information has pros and cons. Although it may allow us to become better informed about our health, many of us find ourselves drowning in a sea of information that may not be fully reliable. Many sources do provide credible information, but others may be inaccurate or based on hidden motives, including financial gain. Making decisions about your medicines using unreliable information can lead to harmful results.Safemedicationuse.ca recently received a report from a consumer who became anxious after reading that one of the medicines she was taking could cause cancer. The consumer decided to visit her doctor to express her concerns-a wise decision. Healthcare providers like your pharmacist, nurse, and doctor have the expertise to help you to assess the accuracy and reliability of medical information that you read and hear about. They can help you to make informed decisions about your treatments and your health. Read more...
