The Internet as a Resource for Patients

The Internet has become an increasingly important health information source. Cancer-related online mailing lists appear to be an important resource, especially for information-seeking, but also for support of cancer survivors.
Cancer-related online mailing-list subscribers joined to obtain information on how to deal with cancer, and to get or give support (help others).
In addition, some sources estimate that as many as 90 million Americans have participated in online support groups (Rimer, et al 2005).
Some studies have shown that electronic support groups have decreased pain, anxiety, and depression, and have increased quality of life (Rimer et al, 2005).

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