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Event: September 2010
MEDINFO 2010
 

Survey about the evolution of Internet use for health purposes



Principle 2 - Purpose of the website

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.' The minimum age for the use or participation in these platforms must be clearly stated and strictly adhered to.

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