Phillip West Memorial Cancer Resource Center--Disclaimer


		The information on the Phillip West Memorial Cancer Center web site is provided for educational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional care, and should not be used to diagnose or treat a health problem. If you have, or suspect you have, a health problem please consult with a qualified medical professional. Much of this web site consists of "hypertext links" to web sites that are not under the control of the Williamsburg Regional Library or the Phillip West Memorial Cancer Center. These links are provided for reference only, and are not intended as an endorsement of the organization operating the site by either the Williamsburg Regional Library or the Phillip West Memorial Cancer Center. Evaluating Web Sites The Internet contains a great deal of information, and it often can be difficult to sort out the good from the bad. It is important to remember that anyone can post information on the World Wide Web. This situation becomes crucial when looking for medical information. All information on the Internet should be approached with skepticism. In evaluating sites for the Cancer Resource Center web pages, we consider several criteria: Accuracy How reliable is the information? Is the information based on valid medical research? Who funds the site? Are there any potential conflicts of interest? Authority Who published the information? What are the author's qualifications? If there is medical information, does the site have an editorial board that includes independent health care professionals? Is there a way to contact the site's editors? Timeliness How often is the site updated? Presentation of Material Is the material arranged for lay persons or for medical professionals? Ease of Navigation How easy is it to find information on the site? Medical information from the Internet should always be viewed critically. If you have, or suspect you have, a health problem please consult a qualified medical professional. For further information on evaluating Internet sites, please visit Evaluating Health Web Sites from the National Network of Libraries of Medicine, South Central Region, or Finding Good Health Information Online from the AARP. Please read our disclaimer.