Welcome

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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    on March 28, 2024 at 7:39 pm

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    on March 28, 2024 at 7:17 pm

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  • The Battle Against Rheumatoid Arthritis Progression
    on March 28, 2024 at 7:05 pm

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    on March 28, 2024 at 11:46 am

    A commitment to honesty is the foundation of the right approach to relationships with a person who has Crohn’s

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    on March 27, 2024 at 4:48 pm

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    Many types of hearing loss are reversible. Is yours? WebMD explains.

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  • Heart Failure and Life Expectancy
    on March 27, 2024 at 4:32 pm

    With better medication and care, doctors are helping people with heart failure improve the quality and length of their lives.

  • Weight Loss for Kids
    on March 27, 2024 at 4:29 pm

    Help your child reach a healthy weight the safe way. Learn the goals and strategies that’s right for every age.

  • Nutrition and Aging: 7 Signs of Inadequate Nutrition
    on March 27, 2024 at 4:20 pm

    Many Americans, young and old, fall short on vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients. But the challenge of getting adequate nutrition may be trickiest for seniors. Research shows that older people may need more of certain key nutrients, such as B vitamins and calcium.

 

 

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