Motivations

Reasons why health seekers have gone online for medical advice

%

Someone you know being diagnosed with a medical condition

81

Being diagnosed with a new health problem of your own

58

Being prescribed a new medication or course of treatment

56

Dealing with an ongoing medical condition, such as diabetes or high blood pressure

47

Having unanswered questions after a doctor’s visit

47

Deciding to change your diet or exercise habits

46

Being a caregiver to someone else

38