Queensland Australia wellbeing projects aim to kill off 'Dr Google'
22-Nov-16, ABC
Queensland health professionals concerned about people relying on questionable health information they have dug up on the internet have banded together to kill off "Dr Google". As part of a project called Words for Wellbeing, hailed as an Australian-first, they will prescribe books, websites and apps along with medicines.
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Principal engagement adviser Bernadette Praske said research showed self-help resources worked best with the guidance of a health professional. Ms Praske said the books, websites and apps had been chosen by local doctors and mental health professionals.