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Doctors Warn: Internet Self-Diagnosis Poses Serious Risks

7/20/2025

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Doctors from the Ontario Medical Association are sounding the alarm on the dangers of self-diagnosis through the internet. Dr. Zainab Abdurrahman warns that misinformation, especially regarding mental health, can lead to serious misdiagnoses and harmful self-treatment. They stress the importance of trusting medical professionals for accurate care and guidance.

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Doctors from the Ontario Medical Association are sounding the alarm on the dangers of self-diagnosis through the internet. Dr. Zainab Abdurrahman warns that misinformation, especially regarding mental health, can lead to serious misdiagnoses and harmful self-treatment. They stress the importance of trusting medical professionals for accurate care and guidance.