Posted by Joan on January 29, 1998 at 17:23:16:
In Reply to: Re: Addendum to Topic 2 posted by Linda on January 29, 1998 at 17:16:59:
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: : : : The Internet was mentioned as a way to gather information. As health care information consumers, what do we need to be aware of in surfing the web for health care information?
: : : You need to make sure that the person who put the information on the web is reliable. Anyone can make their own home page and put up what ever information they want.
: : Good point Roni. And very true. Also, watch out for those on the Internet that will sell you health care information for $9.95 or some other fee. And NEVER divulge credit card or personal info.
: Did that happen you Dr.Glacken? :o)J/K I know they can be tricky huh, it sounds so attempting but I learn my lesson through mail orders!
No it didn't but I have read quite a few articles about fraud on the Internet. I never give credit card info over the phone, Net, or mail orders.