Trust It or Trash It : Evaluating Health Information

Trust It or Trash It:
This method of evaluating health information uses straightforward and plain language which might be easier to remember. 

Trust It or Trash It  was developed by the Access to Credible Genetics Resource Network, a cooperative agreement funded by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). More detailed information is provided on the website but the basics are listed here.

1. Who said it?: Who wrote it? Who paid for it?
2. When did they say it?: When was it written or updated?
3. How did they know?: How do you know if this information pertains to you? Does the information seem reasonable based on what you’ve read or know?

Questions or comments?  Contact Your Ascension Wisconsin Librarians:
         Michele Matucheski    and    Kellee Selden  


See Also : The ABCs of Evaluating Health Information


                     Evaluating Sources Search Tips Page (Includes The CRAAP Test)

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