Find context in women’s health reading

Notice which circumstances and questions the source addresses.

Start with a useful question

Notice which circumstances and questions the source addresses. Identify who published the information and why before relying on its headline.

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Read the context

Read the full explanation. Look for its context, date and limitations, and distinguish research, reporting, personal experience and advertising. A source link is a starting point for reading, not a guarantee that every conclusion applies to everyone.

Keep exploring

Keep a note of the questions that remain. These starter articles provide general information literacy, not an individual assessment, diagnosis or treatment plan. Bring personal health concerns to an appropriately qualified professional.