Persian language health websites on Ebola disease: less credible than you think?

Background: Ebola virus disease is an emergency situation in the area of international public health for which currently, there is no standard treatment. Thus, there is an essential need for awareness of individuals about the Ebola disease and consequently its prevention. Internet and health websites are considered a source of health information about certain diseases.

Association between assisted reproductive technology and autism spectrum disorders in Iran: a case-control study.

Background: Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder defined by impairments in social interaction and verbal and nonverbal communication.

Purpose: Determine the association between use of assisted reproduction technology (ART) and the risk of ASD among children.

Methods: This case-control study included 300 participants (100 cases, 200 controls).

Websites as a tool for public health education: determining the trustworthiness of health websites on Ebola disease.

Objectives: Health service providers use internet as a tool for the spreading of health information and people often go on the web to acquire information about a disease. A wide range of information with varying qualities and by authors with varying degrees of credibility has thus become accessible by the public. Most people believe that the health information available on the internet is reliable.