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Principle 2 - Purpose of the website

A statement clearly declaring that the information on the website is not meant to replace the advice of a health professional has to be provided. E.g. of such a statement is 'The information provided on [your web site] is designed to complement, not replace, the relationship between a patient and his/her own physician.'

A brief description of the website’s mission, purpose and intended audience is necessary.

Another brief description of the organisation behind the website, its mission and its purpose is also necessary.

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A statement clearly declaring that the information on the platform is not meant to replace the advice of a health professional has to be provided. E.g. of such a statement is 'The information provided on [ Web 2.0 platform’s name ] is designed to complement, not replace, the relationship between a patient and his/her own physician.'


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