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Advocating for your health is important, but it’s not easy. In Speak Up For Your Health, Dr. Archelle Georgiou talks with patients about how they overcame feeling intimidated by today’s complex medical system and used their voice to finally get the care they needed. These personal stories along with Archelle’s practical tips will empower you to have a balanced (non-paternalistic) relationship with your healthcare provider.
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Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
When It Comes To Medical Care, Sometimes Less Is More
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Tuesday Nov 28, 2023
Advocating for the medical care you want doesn't always translate into getting the medical care you need. This is what Lynn learned (the hard way) when she developed a rash and kept asking her doctor to prescribe medications that would "fix it".
Key Takeaway: Sometimes Less Medical Care Is More
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Adverse drug events cause approximately 1.3 million emergency department visits each year. (CDC) Over 1/2 are completely avoidable.
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Think about whether symptoms are due to a lifestyle change: a new detergent, a different pillow, a switch in your exercise routine.
- Ask your doctor how long it'll take for you to start seeing an improvement after starting treatment. Layering on a 2nd treatment before the 1st one has a chance to work can create clinical confusion.
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