How to use social media in healthcare: A guide for health professionals
March 30, 2020 Hootsuite
Many people use social media to seek and share health information, so it’s important for health care providers, agencies and brands to understand how to use it effectively. This post by Hootsuite looks at the benefits of using social media in health care and provides tips on how to create engaging social content that is informative, timely and accurate — while following relevant industry rules and regulations.
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