The internet has been a powerful tool in democratizing information, but its omnipresence has all but assured its omnipotence. This editorial challenges health promotion professionals to consider how their use of social media is, or is not, advancing quality and professional development in our discipline. Leading health promotion experts contributed recommendations of media sites they consider relevant, credible and worthy of the ever-shrinking time professionals have available for learning, networking and personal renewal.
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