If you (or a loved one) are dealing with a serious medical condition, there’s a good chance you’ve thought about trying complementary or alternative medicine. Perhaps you are wondering if there is anything that might help you heal better and/or faster? Or, maybe you want to reduce your symptoms and/or treatment side effects? There are […]
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Financial Conflicts of Interest in Medical Research
When considering possible treatments for a serious illness, more and more of us involve ourselves in the decision-making process. We’re asking other patients what treatments they use, we’re getting second opinions and we’re looking online for information. Doctors and patients alike rely on information they read in medical journals. Are there possible new treatments? How […]
Should You Travel Abroad For Medical Care?
Flying to a foreign country for a vacation full of adventure is a dream come true for many Americans. For some people, the more exotic the location, the better. It’s great to see new sites, try new foods, hear new languages. Would it also be great to get a new knee while you’re away? Traveling […]
Is a DNR a Good Idea for You or a Loved One?
I know that I don’t want machines to keep me alive for months or years if I am in a coma or vegetative state. And if I am at the end of my life, suffering with no chance of getting better, I don’t want radical medical interventions that will prolong my suffering. I am guessing […]
Researching New Treatment Options by Evaluating Clinical Trial Results
By zaggocare on February 19, 2018 in Treatment Decisions, Understanding Your Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Are you trying to find information on new treatments? When you, or a loved one, have a serious medical condition, it is natural, and important, to want to learn as much as you can about the condition and potential treatments. When traditional, often-used treatments are not promising, or not working for you or your loved […]
What You Need to Know About Clinical Trials Before You Sign the Dotted Line
By zaggocare on February 12, 2018 in Treatment Decisions, Understanding Your Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Is a clinical trial right for you? When you are dealing with a serious illness, there may come a time when you consider a clinical trial. Perhaps there are no known successful treatments, or perhaps you have tried all of the existing therapies and none of them have worked as you and your doctor hoped. […]
The Dangers of Too Many Tests and Treatments for Patients
By zaggocare on August 28, 2017 in Treatment Decisions, Understanding Your Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Are Americans Being Overtested and Overtreated? Sadly, the Answer is a Resounding Yes! Have you ever insisted on a test or treatment when your doctor is suggesting otherwise? Has your doctor pressured you to get tested, or undergo a treatment, that you didn’t think was needed? The dangers of too many tests and treatments for […]
What, I Still Need Glasses? Issues to Consider Before Cataract Surgery.
By zaggocare on July 31, 2017 in Treatment Decisions, Understanding Your Diagnosis and Treatment Options
This post was written by a Zaggo team member. Do you know the issues to consider before cataract surgery? A cataract is a clouding of the lens in the eye that affects vision. Most are related to aging and are very common in older people, although younger people can have them as well. By the […]
The Importance of Shared Decision Making
Whether you are dealing with a new medical condition, or one that is progressing, it is important to take the lead role in your medical team. Historically, a doctor would tell you your diagnosis and course of treatment, and you would do your best to follow the doctor’s orders. Fortunately, times have changed and most […]
Does Where You Live Impact Cancer Outcome? Sadly, Yes.
By zaggocare on February 6, 2017 in Treatment Decisions, Understanding Your Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Do You Have Cancer? Your Zip Code May Influence Your Odds of Survival Getting a cancer diagnosis has got to be one of life’s scariest moments. We all hope we never have to hear those words. What if you found out that you had cancer and an increased chance of dying from your cancer because […]