Healthcare is something we always need to take seriously, but it’s particularly important when there’s a crisis going on in your life. And when that crisis is on a global scale, and no one is too sure where they are right now, you’ll have to come up with a proper plan that you can stick to.
So, without further ado, here are some steps you should take into account when it comes to approaching healthcare right now. Strict plans don’t have to last forever, but they should be effective and usable in the here and now; remember the tips below if you need a bit of inspiration.
Try to Use the Phone as Often as Possible
Don’t forget about the phone you own! If you aren’t meant to go out right now, be sure to use the phone as often as possible. Call up to check where your meds are right now, or if there’s a chance you could see a doctor at some point in the near future, and avoid having to physically leave your house when you’re at your most vulnerable.
Give Yourself Lots of Time
Count out how many days you have left until you run out of medication, or until you’ll need a pretty crucial checkup, and then book an appointment or get more meds sent out to you at least a week in advance. If it takes a lot longer these days for a prescription to be processed, or for an appointment with a doctor be secure, make sure you give yourself some time.
You can call up or order online for your medication refill a week ahead of time, to give them 5 or so working days to get it out to you, just before you need it. And be sure to ask for future appointments on your doctor’s calendar, to be sure you can secure a checkup ahead of time, and never have to rush your physician off their feet on the day.
Consider Changing Your Healthcare Provider
Your healthcare provider is going to be struggling to keep up right now, especially when it comes to servicing each and every one of their patients/customers, and that’s where a smart move may need to come in.
After all, no one can go for days on end without much needed healthcare when they’re chronically ill, or need special care on a regular basis. Which is why it’s important to keep an eye out for healthcare providers that have taken special precautions right now. Of course though, it’s all going to depend on the kind of help that you need. For example, if you are someone who is using a home hospice service then you need to try and get in touch with yours as soon as possible. That being said, it’s going to be easier said than done for some people to change their healthcare provider.
For example, AFCC is taking added precautions due to COVID-19, and are still able to serve their patients in good time. At the same time, be sure to sign up for online services that help with medication delivery; cut out the middleman, and stay safe indoors by using the internet.
A healthcare plan doesn’t have to be tough to put together, as these tips have hopefully shown, and always use official medical advice to guide you.
Photos by Suzy Hazelwood + Brian McGowan
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