Social can be — and in fact, already is — a lot more than media.
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Articles
Secrets Behind the Psychology of Social Media Communities
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Marketer and part-time sociologist Ric Dragon sheds light on psychological concepts; opposition, uniqueness and conformity inform social media community building.
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Talking with patients online: where are the boundaries?
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Prior to a discussion about the use of social media by nurses and midwives, Andy Jaeger on where the lines should be drawn
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How social networks enable patients to be more involved in their healthcare
Dr Mohammad Al-Ubaydli explains how medical practitioners can make the most of online patient-to-patient networks
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How can social media help nurses communicate with the public?
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As part of social media week, Pam Nelmes spoke recently about the role of social media in the NHS. She explains what online platforms mean for the future of nursing
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An issue of confidence: social media for nurses and midwives
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Confidentiality is key when dealing with patients on digital networks and formal training should be required, explains Colin Wren
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How one CCG is using Facebook to improve communication
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Facebook is a great way for doctors to communicate and share files, explains Esydoc CCG’s Hamed Khan
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Ten top tips for NHS tweeters
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Regular tweeter and chief executive of a foundation trust, Dr Mark Newbold, shares his best tips for effectively engaging on Twitter
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The surprising truth about social media in the top 15 health systems
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A recent study revealed that more than 90% of those aged 18-24 said they would trust health information they found on social media.
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What If Dr House Used Twitter: My TEDxNijmegen Talk is Available!
I had the pleasure to give a talk at the recent amazing TEDxNijmegen event organized by the team of Lucien Engelen. I described how I used crowdsourcing in social media to find a diagnosis and what my role is in this area as a medical futurist. I hope you will like it!
