Patients find out about health online
Quick View. Aug. 11, 2003.
| Percentage searching for topic | |
| A specific disease or medical problem | 63% | |
| A certain medical treatment or procedure | 47% | |
| Diet, nutrition, vitamins or supplements | 44% | |
| Prescription or over-the-counter drugs | 34% | |
| Alternative treatments or medicines | 28% | |
| A particular physician or hospital | 21% | |
| Experimental treatments or medicines | 18% | |
| Environmental health hazards | 17% | |
| Immunizations/vaccinations | 13% | |
| Drug and alcohol problems | 8% | |
A recent survey found that 80% of Internet users search for information on at least one of 16 different health topics.
Source: Pew Internet & American Life Project
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