Information on health and medical topics provided in response to requests from the general public, including patients and their families is called patient education materials or consumer health information (CHI). In addition to information on the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of disease, CHI encompasses information on health promotion, preventive medicine, the determinants of health and accessing the health care system.
Consumer health information can be useful in many situations. Some of these are:
This webpage is for informational and educational purposes and should not be considered medical advice. If you or someone you know needs medical help, please contact an advanced practice provider, such as a doctor, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant.
