Not all websites are reliable. British researchers reviewed 32 alternative medicine sites for cancer patients, and found that 22% promoted a product, 16% discouraged conventional treatment and 3% advocated ignoring doctors' advice. To surf smarter:
Be sceptical Any claims should be backed by studies in respected medical journals, says Dr Ted Gansler of the American Cancer Society.
Double-Check If you read about a treatment on one site, see what other sites say. There should be consensus.
Consider the source Some nonprofit groups, universities and government agencies have updates on alternative treatments and clinical trials.
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