Maybe it’s because I was born and raised in Canada that I have a certain perspective on the matter. With the recent health care bill passing in the United States, it seemed like such a “duh” moment to me; everyone should have fair and equal access to universal health care. Even if it results in some debt, this is a basic human need. I must be missing something.
Whatever the case, it’s a good idea to educate yourself on the matter before making any important decisions. In a very literal sense, these decisions could mean the difference between life or death. In much the same way, you can arm yourself with a wealth of knowledge even before stepping foot into a doctor’s office.
Owned by the same people who run WebMD, TheHeart.org aims to be a valuable resource for anyone looking for cardiology news and information in related fields. It serves as a medical information database largely for cardiologists, allied healthcare professionals, and referring physicians. As a result, the language used on the site can be a little dry and technical in nature.
In order to access any of the individual articles on the site, you need to register for an account. Membership appears to be free and they don’t verify your email address, so you can start reading the content right away. For example, here is an article discussing a warfarin alternative for stroke prevention.
A little bit of information can be a very dangerous thing, so I’m not suggesting that you should completely distrust the opinion of medical professionals. At the same time, don’t be afraid to ask questions and to request a second opinion. This is true whether you have a big insurance company paying your way or if you have access to a government-funded universal health care option.
Many of you may still see me as a “young man,” but I think it’s important to keep heart health in mind at any age. This is particularly true if you’re dining on foie gras burgers on a regular basis! TheHeart.org is not without its flaws — the information can be very esoteric and the layout cluttered — but it can still be a valued resource to the people who need it.
Many of us get caught up in making money and moving up the corporate ladder, but you have to remember that your health should be valued about all else. Without your health, any level of wealth is worthless.
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