While I don't think newspapers are gone forever, I do agree that the internet has overtaken print for news. For me it boils down to convienence. I hate trying to fold up the paper and flip through 5 pages to get to the second page of an article I am reading. Now, I do agree that you take your chances, if you get your news soley through the internet, but there are very reputable blogs and websites out there. I think the answer isn't whether or not papers like the Wall Street Journal will survive, rather it's will they change with the times and go viral. www.datexmedia.wordpress.com

I absolutely agree. The internet is a great source of information, but it should be used in this case as a guide, not a definitive diagnosis. The best use for this may be to allow the patient to come up with questions they should ask their doctor. If it's wise to get second and third opinions from actual doctors, the same rule should apply for the internet.

Good point. My thinking was pretty narrow. Thanks for shaking me out of it.

You know, I'd have to say it really depends on whose site it is and what the site is promoting. I tend to be a bit conservative with my clients, so for something you describe and "professional," I'd probably leave my signature out of it. Save that for the more adventurous sites.

That's true, but there are cases where geographic distance is unavoidable and being able to see a grandparent while you are talking to them helps in that bonding process. Only one of my grandparents lived in the same town as me, and that's the only grandparent I have clear memories of. It would have been nice to see the others, I might remember them more.

This is how many companies oporate. I mean ask the person sitting next to you on your next flight; I guarentee you each person in the row paid a different price. It depends on how much information you know before you make your purchase. Good marketing...maybe, irritating to the consumer...most definitly!