Have you ever had a sneeze or cough and searched the symptoms to figure out if it was the cold or the flu? Knowing when to call a doctor or using self-care tips at home is the most powerful knowledge you can leverage for your health.
Your Health Resources
- Online Symptom Checkers. When it comes to health issues, many people turn online. These tools ask you a series of questions and give possible causes, plus actions to take such as call a doctor, visit the emergency room, or suggest self-care tips to try at home.
- Nurse Call Lines. Often times your health insurance provider will have a 24 hour phone number that connects you to a nurse to triage you based on your symptoms. Check your plan summary documents or with your employer.
- Questions to Ask the Doctor. Prepare for medical visits and procedures by having questions ready.
“Be careful about reading health books. You may die of a misprint.” Unknown