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People with chronic illnesses are knowledgeable about their health; education and proactive questioning are essential for managing complex conditions effectively.
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For those with chronic illnesses, maintaining organized medical records is essential. Create a folder with vital information to streamline doctor visits and enhance communication with healthcare providers.
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A healthy body maintains balance through water regulation. Key components include the heart’s pumping and hormone functions, kidneys filtering waste, and fluid management across bodily spaces, impacting treatment decisions.
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Focus on enhancing your quality of life through passion, creativity, and meaningful connections. Here are some suggestions on how to start.
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Effective caregiving requires prioritizing personal well-being first. Caregivers must share responsibilities, seek help, and utilize community resources to maintain their mental, physical, and spiritual health while supporting others.
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The biggest barrier in healthcare is communication. How can you make it easy to communicate with you? I had a job as a case manager. I had to call patients at risk of a hospitalization to try to problem solve. Maybe 10% answered the phone. This made it difficult to help, when no one would
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To find a primary care provider, contact your insurance for a list, ask friends, search online, and schedule appointments. Prioritize your health by finding the best fit for your needs.
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Also known as a PCP, a primary care provider is the doctor who directs your healthcare team. It’s their job to take a look at your health situation and make a plan of care. I say doctor, but it could also be a nurse practitioner (NP) or a physician assistant (PA) that you see. I
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Transparency, or being clear without anything hidden, is the way to communicate with your health team. It’s super important that you are truthful and clear with your provider. If you are hiding facts, they can’t treat you in the best way. It’s common for people to hide things they are embarrassed about. It could be
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Depending on the circumstances, you need different types of healthcare. I am going to explain the differences between levels of care to help you tell the difference between an urgent care and emergency room, for example. I will list and color code them in order of healthiest to sickest care, otherwise known as acuity. Medical
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