Anonymity Versus Privacy: Selective Information Sharing in Online Cancer Communities

Anonymity Versus Privacy: Selective Information Sharing in Online Cancer Communities

BackgroundActive sharing in online cancer communities benefits patients. However, many patients refrain from sharing health information online due to privacy concerns. Existing research on privacy emphasizes data security and confidentiality, largely focusing on electronic me...

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Main Authors: Frost, Jeana, Vermeulen, Ivar E, Beekers, Nienke
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: JMIR Publications 2014-05-01
Series:Journal of Medical Internet Research
Online Access:http://www.jmir.org/2014/5/e126/

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