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Episode 39: Navigating the healthcare system
You know your body better than anyone else. So, when it comes to your health, you’re the best person to communicate your health needs. The problem is that when you are sick and dealing with a serious health issue it can be incredibly overwhelming to be the one to call the shots when it comes to your health.
In this podcast Catrina and Janette share their experiences navigating the world of health care in Canada. They get real about what it takes to get the support you need and provide some of their personal tips on how to be your own health advocate.
Key learnings shared today:
1. Walk into your appointment with a specific goal. Just as you’d show up to a job interview primed to discuss your resumé and career objectives, you should arrive at medical appointments armed with your health history and goals.
2. Keep track of all health history. From vaccines to surgeries, pharmaceutical recommendations and tests approved or denied - keeping a folder with all of your health history in one place is super valuable to health practitioners, especially if you are seeing more than one.
3. Know your rights and exercise them. You have the right to a second opinion! Every province and territory has laws around patient rights, which you can find on your government’s website.
4. Bring someone with you. Wing-people aren’t just for the bar scene. Sometimes it is hard to advocate for yourself, especially when sick. A support person can help take notes on what the doctor is saying as well as help explain your symptoms.
Have other tips that you've found useful while navigating the health care system? Let us know! Reach out via instagram :)
Follow us @tableforthreepodcast_ , Catrina @consciousfitness_, Janette @janettemerry_ and email us at [email protected] for all guest and sponsorship inquiries.
Thank you to our partners of the podcast:
Veeva: They are dedicated to providing comprehensive supplements for lasting relief from stress, anxiety and sleep disorders. We mention their sleep formula in today's episode. Check out their products at www.veeva.ca or over on IG @veevalife.
Icaria: Vancouver based Hemp CBD Oil company made by women with love. To receive $15 off your first order, visit https://icaria.co/ and use code: CONNECTION15
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By The Connection Project BCYou know your body better than anyone else. So, when it comes to your health, you’re the best person to communicate your health needs. The problem is that when you are sick and dealing with a serious health issue it can be incredibly overwhelming to be the one to call the shots when it comes to your health.
In this podcast Catrina and Janette share their experiences navigating the world of health care in Canada. They get real about what it takes to get the support you need and provide some of their personal tips on how to be your own health advocate.
Key learnings shared today:
1. Walk into your appointment with a specific goal. Just as you’d show up to a job interview primed to discuss your resumé and career objectives, you should arrive at medical appointments armed with your health history and goals.
2. Keep track of all health history. From vaccines to surgeries, pharmaceutical recommendations and tests approved or denied - keeping a folder with all of your health history in one place is super valuable to health practitioners, especially if you are seeing more than one.
3. Know your rights and exercise them. You have the right to a second opinion! Every province and territory has laws around patient rights, which you can find on your government’s website.
4. Bring someone with you. Wing-people aren’t just for the bar scene. Sometimes it is hard to advocate for yourself, especially when sick. A support person can help take notes on what the doctor is saying as well as help explain your symptoms.
Have other tips that you've found useful while navigating the health care system? Let us know! Reach out via instagram :)
Follow us @tableforthreepodcast_ , Catrina @consciousfitness_, Janette @janettemerry_ and email us at [email protected] for all guest and sponsorship inquiries.
Thank you to our partners of the podcast:
Veeva: They are dedicated to providing comprehensive supplements for lasting relief from stress, anxiety and sleep disorders. We mention their sleep formula in today's episode. Check out their products at www.veeva.ca or over on IG @veevalife.
Icaria: Vancouver based Hemp CBD Oil company made by women with love. To receive $15 off your first order, visit https://icaria.co/ and use code: CONNECTION15