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Best Doctors has warned against the dangers of consumers using the internet for second opinions on s...

Best Doctors has warned against the dangers of consumers using the internet for second opinions on serious medical conditions. Research conducted by the medical resources firm found 40% of people surveyed would rely on the web for finding an important second medical opinion for a serious condition rather than consulting medical sources that understand their particular case and circumstances. The research also revealed, that when it came to seeking out a second medical opinion, almost 32% of people said they would try to tackle the problem alone without any direction and 35% would call N...

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