You or someone you care about has probably been a patient in a health care setting. That can be a very stressful experience for a variety of reasons. The one thing you must always remember is that you have a voice! You are a major player in your own destiny or in the destiny of a loved one who cannot use their own voice. That concept in and of itself can be very frightening considering you probably don’t have much medical education or knowledge to guide you. Believe it or not, you do have a voice when it comes to your health care. And that voice will empower you and give you control.
The mission of Patient Action.com is to help you find your voice as you partner with the health care team in a positive way to get the best health care outcomes possible for the patient. Preparing yourself for such an advocacy role will greatly empower you and those you care about as you navigate through any health care setting. CONGRATULATIONS ON TAKING THE FIRST STEP IN FINDING YOUR VOICE!
We invite you to review the many resources on this website which are designed to educate you, empower you, and enable you to make decisions. The Index of Articles showcases of articles on a myriad of health care topics which will guide you in what to do , what to say and who to say it to, as you partner with your health care team to get the best health care outcomes possible.
Thanks for all you do for us!
Lorrie & Randy
Current Health News
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Pre-Ozempic Obesity Drugs: Effective and Budget-Friendly
on April 26, 2024 at 5:30 pm
Before there was Ozempic, there were these cost-friendly, safe, and highly effective weight loss drugs. FDA-approved obesity medication like orlistat (Xenical), phentermine/topiramate (Qsymia), and naltrexone/bupropion extended release (Contrave) have been on the market for decades.
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Genes vs. Lifestyle: Which Matters More for Health?
on April 26, 2024 at 4:12 pm
Learn how genes and lifestyle interact to affect your health over the course of your life.
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Rural Living Means Planning Ahead for Your Health Care
on April 26, 2024 at 3:59 pm
You’ll need to plan for health care if you live in a rural area.
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What to Say to Your Partner Who Has Prostate Cancer
on April 26, 2024 at 3:53 pm
Unsure what to say to best support your partner as he faces prostate cancer? Get guidance on what to say and what to avoid.
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How Do You Get Health Care in Prison?
on April 26, 2024 at 3:51 pm
People in jails and prisons are entitled to health care, but it’s not always easy to access.
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Get Mental Health Help in Your Rural Area
on April 26, 2024 at 3:41 pm
Finding mental health help can be harder in rural areas. Find out more about where to find resources.
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What Health Care Is Available if You’re Experiencing Homelessness?
on April 26, 2024 at 3:27 pm
If you currently don’t have reliable housing, you may want to know about health care for people who are experiencing homelessness.
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A Human Response to Homelessness
on April 26, 2024 at 3:19 pm
Learn how you can reach out and help people who live without shelter in a safe and useful way.
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Sex: Frisky (and Safe) After 50
on April 26, 2024 at 3:14 pm
Safe sex is important at any age, but there are some issues that may be more common after 50.
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What Trans Health Care for Minors Really Means
on April 26, 2024 at 9:32 am
The meaning of gender-affirming care for young people, and what it looks like on the ground, isn’t always clear. The cloud of politics surrounding it has obscured the medical reality of how and when trans youth can get the treatments they seek.
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A lot of children are about to be born in Ukraine. Will the war affect them for life?
on April 26, 2024 at 9:32 am
Some of the most horrific images from the war so far have come from a maternity hospital in Mariupol bombed by Russian troops in mid-March. The upheaval spurs a troubling question: Could the stress and condition of war affect a fetus?
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Get the Care You Need in a COVID-19 World
on April 26, 2024 at 6:31 am
What to expect at the doctor’s office, hospitals, and long-term care facilities, the future of telemedicine, and how to get the best care during COVID-19.