Doctors Find New Internet Illness
'UK doctors have discovered a form of hypochondria which is developed by
surfing the web and misdiagnosing your own illnesses, according to a new
study.'
'The study found that while most sites linked to societies, charities or
professional bodies gave sound advice, those run by individuals could
include glaring inaccuracies'
http://www.theinquirer.net/?article=18857
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Ian Winship, Electronic Services Manager
Library & Learning Services
Northumbria University
Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8ST, UK
email: [log in to unmask]
tel: 0191 227 4150 fax: 0191 227 4563
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