Review of Mayo Clinic Website

I spend time on the Internet but I truly had not spent time reviewing websites until now. I decided to review Mayo Clinic website. I was particularly impressed at its richness and organization for easy navigation. The categorization of topics and the layout really make it easy for consumers of health and professionals to search for desired information.

At the top bar and left side of the website topics were broken down into categories as follows;

Diseases and Conditions

Symptoms

Drugs and Supplements

Test and Procedures

Healthy lifestyle

First Aid

In my opinion, this type of arrangement makes the site user friendly even to the uninitiated to the digital age. The targeted audience includes those who are not just looking for hard science in search of whatever resolution they may be looking for. It was very interesting for me to read about the historical information on green tea. I like Mayo Clinic’s disclaimer that states, “This monograph is intended for informational purposes only and not an attempt to give medical advice.” They did suggest that for advice, a qualified health care provider should be consulted.

The website is credible. Mayo Clinic is a well-known establishment in health related innovation worldwide, it also claims to have more than 3,000 physicians, scientist, and researchers from the clinic who share their experience to empower the people to better manage their health. It is truly this empowerment that is leading to the explosion of Internet websites today. I also see that as the reason for the birth of Dr. Yellowlees book.

For the health Junky, the site has a monthly health newsletter that addresses common disease conditions, like arthritis, high blood pressure, heart diseases, nutrition and more for a monthly subscription rate of $1.97.

As you check on any desired topic, it gives you sub topics that further explain that issue to give you a complete awareness of whatever someone is reviewing. It truly becomes a great empowerment tool when reviewed thoroughly.

The website is very current as the last update was July 2010 and some of the blog postings were as recent as 24 hours ago. The contributors to the website have impressive biography which enhances the site’s creditability.

The site carries some advertisements but they are presented responsibly. It does not create any major distraction and they are tastefully done. In conclusion, this website is an excellent site for professionals and consumers of health. It covers disease management, healthy lifestyle (prevention), healthy cooking. It is truly a one stop shop to great health and consumer’s empowerment.