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Medical Cannabis Science and Therapeutics: Evaluating the Quality of Sources

Why is evaluating resources important?

The openness of the internet has advantages and disadvantages. While it is wonderful to have so much information available at the touch of a button, a lot of that information comes from low-quality sources. It is essential to assess the quality and trustworthiness of any information found online, especially when it relates to health care. The materials on this page provide guidance on how to evaluate resources such as websites and journal articles. 

Evaluating Research Articles

Evaluating Websites

HONcode symbol Look for this symbol on health websites! See the link below for more information.

Evidence-Based Practice

For more information on evidence-based practice (EBP), visit the following resources: