Consumer health informatics (CHI) is an emerging field that uses technology and the Internet to provide health information to the public and improve healthcare decision-making (Flaherty, Hoffman-Goetz and Arocha, 2015). The public is increasingly involved in their own care by having access to health information 24/7 (Hebda & Czar, 2005). Furthermore, they rely on the information provided to be accurate and up-to-date. Therefore, it is extremely important that consumers are able to evaluate and analyze credible websites. Below is an assessment tool that will help my patients make informed decisions. Evaluating a Website Tool • Does the website end in .gov, .com, or .org? • Are credible references cited and sources provided? • Is the website's grammar and spelling accurate? • Is the web page associated with medical schools or medical centers? • Is the website updated regularly? (Thompson, 2012).• Does the website provide who compiled the information? (Thompson, 2012).• Does the website ask for credit card information?• Is the website trying to sell a product? (Thompson, 2012).• Does the website provide an address or other contact information? (Thompson, 2012). According to Thompson (2012), there are three main objectives when providing a health information service: • Improve knowledge and understanding of health problems • Increase confidence in symptom management and treatment adherence • Prevent disease and avoid risks associated with health problems. In my facility I work with a patient population made up of clients in their twenties and thirties. They often deal with mental health issues and chronic illnesses. I researched three different websites to evaluate, which...... middle of paper......anxiety, depression, suicide, stress and abuse. For example, when you explore their anxiety information page, they offer information on how to deal with it, quizzes to help identify anxiety, and treatment options. The website also provides feedback from other users, resources, and has a voluntary donations page, which helps fund the website. As important as it is for the health information website to be effective, the consumer must also be informed on how retrieve this information. information. In order for consumers to effectively evaluate an information website, they must possess certain qualities. They must possess basic reading skills, be able to use a computer, and be able to obtain and apply relevant information (Hebda & Czar, 2005). With improved consumer knowledge about healthcare, the public can improve their overall health and lifestyle choices.