Healthcare 101

When do you need a health advocate, and what does a health advocate do?  These are essential questions that each of us may confront as we navigate our healthcare. Believe it or not, over 27% of US adults avoided medical treatment in 2019 due to confusion regarding insurance coverage and the healthcare system. In addition,…

Communication with our healthcare providers in-between visits is a powerful aspect of healthcare. This in-between visit communication and information sharing can help us make informed healthcare decisions and build our health literacy. Meaning we can find, understand and use information that helps us make informed health-related decisions for ourselves and our loved ones.  We need…

One of the most degenerative conditions in healthcare is dementia. Dementia is not a specific disease but rather a condition that describes an impaired ability to remember, think and make decisions.  All of these impairments can interfere with doing everyday activities.  Keep in mind that dementia is NOT a natural part of aging, even though…