The Internet and Health Communication

Authors:
Ronald E. Rice;James E. Katz
Affiliations:
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Venue:
The Internet and Health Communication
Year:
2000

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Abstract

From the Publisher:With the popularity of the Internet, more and more people are turning to their computers for health information, advice, support and services. With its information based firmly on research, The Internet and Health Communication provides an in-depth analysis of the changes in human communication and health care resulting from the Internet revolution. Representing a wide range of expertise, the contributors provide an extensive variety of examples from the micro to the macro, including information about HMO web sites, Internet pharmacies, and web-enabled hospitals, to vividly illustrate their findings and conclusions.