What is a health advocate and why should you use one?

Dealing with complex health issues and visiting your healthcare team can be an exhausting blur for some patients. When you feel unwell, being organised and sourcing the best information and support can be daunting. Often loved ones are concentrating on caring for family members and find researching treatment options and sourcing support overwhelming.

Sometimes, patients aren’t able to fully understand what the doctor says, aren’t comfortable asking questions, don’t like to speak frankly about symptoms and concerns, or are too shy to insist on treatments that are in their best interests.

Older adults often need a trusted relative, spouse, friend, or health advocate to help them understand their medical conditions and treatment options as well as communicate and coordinate with doctors to get the best care possible.

Functional Nutrition London health advocates can help bridge the gap between conventional medicine and safe, evidence-based natural alternatives for a more well-rounded and comprehensive treatment plan.

For more information about health advocacy https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/the-power-of-a-health-care-advocate

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