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How to Make Good Medical Decisions Under Pressure
We've all probably experienced how hard it is to make decisions under pressure. Our mind tends to kick into overdrive. We try to think through all the factors we need...
How To Handle Unwelcome, Overly Familiar Communication
In today's world, there's a lot of talk about how people want to be referred to. Using someone's preferred pronouns or their correct title is a sign of respect. But...
If You’ve Delayed Medical Care, It’s Time To Take Care Of Your Health
Thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, many of us delayed medical care. If you've delayed seeing your doctor, don't wait any longer to take care of your health. Early on in the...
How Would You Like Your Healthcare: High Tech Or High Touch?
Everywhere we turn, we can see the impact of technology. “There’s an app for that!” we hear. But is high-tech healthcare right for everyone? For much of our lives, that’s...
How To Avoid Negative Consequences Of Avoiding Medical Care
When you're having a tough time making a medical decision, remember that avoiding medical care is itself a decision. And it may have a negative impact on your health and...
What Does It Cost To Hire A Patient Advocate?
Understanding the healthcare system can be difficult for anybody. Luckily, there are professionals who can help you navigate any healthcare situation. These professionals are patient advocates, sometimes called healthcare advocates,...
Getting Revenge In The Face of Medical Malpractice
Doctors are among the most respected profession, ranking second only to nurses, according to Gallup. But medical errors do happen, sometimes with dire consequences. Sometimes, those errors are the result...
Aging and Alone? Who Will Hold Your Hand Through Healthcare Challenges?
There are terms used to describe those who are aging and alone. "Elder Orphans" is one. "Solo Seniors" is another. Both describe the concept of someone who is older and...
This Covid-19 Side Effect Could Destroy Your Financial Security
When you think about side effects of Covid-19, you might think of lingering fatigue or body aches. Many people recovering from the virus have experienced neurologic symptoms or cardiac effects....
Cancer and COVID-19: A Guide
With thanks to advocate and guest blogger, Claire Thevenot. Find Claire’s advocacy profile here: Clarity Patient Advocates “COVID cancer sucks,” my client said. She discovered a cancerous lump in her...
“Invisible Patients” and the COVID Pandemic
With thanks to advocate and guest blogger, Karen Leitson. Find Karen’s advocacy profile here: Personalized Healthcare Advocate Do you or does someone in your family have an unattended medical condition...
What You Need To Know About Covid-19 Testing
This article about Covid-19 testing was originally written by advocate and guest blogger, Angie Galatas ofMedical Advocacy Plus, LLC . Edited by Audrey Zhang. Antigen, antibody, viral, serology. What do...