You can find all kinds of health advice online, but some online medical resources are about as regulated as the Wild West. Being able to spot the difference between genuine digital docs and a quack with a computer will help you download a dependable diagnosis. There are plenty of sites and apps that are well-regarded by medical professionals, with reputable studies and stats to back up their claims – you just need to know where to look.
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