{"id":239043,"date":"2021-11-25T07:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-11-25T15:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/clearbenefits.ca\/?p=239043"},"modified":"2021-11-19T12:09:46","modified_gmt":"2021-11-19T20:09:46","slug":"5-ways-telehealth-helps-you","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/clearbenefits.ca\/5-ways-telehealth-helps-you\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Ways Telehealth Gives You The Advantage"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Telehealth (also known as telemedicine) is gaining steam in Canada; it\u2019s changing everything from how specialist consultations are done to how patients schedule appointments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Telehealth is even changing the way patients who live in remote locations access care since you can now consult with a doctor using video conferencing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
No matter where you live or what you need, telehealth<\/strong> can help you get it. Here are 5 things you need to know about telehealth:<\/p>\n\n\n\n How long can you wait until a doctor sees you? Canadians face some of the longest waiting times when it comes to seeing a physician, compared to anywhere else in the world[1]<\/sup><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Some patients live in rural areas, forcing them to travel and wait longer. Other patients are simply worried about the kinds of pathogens they\u2019ll face surrounded by other sick people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Wouldn\u2019t you want to consult a doctor from the comfort of your home instead? That is what telehealth<\/strong> brings to the table. All patients need to do is open an app or dial a number to begin the consultation process. They quickly receive a care plan, prescriptions, or referral and are on their way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The sooner patients get medical attention, the healthier they get. The more Canadians that get fast access to healthcare, the better Canada becomes.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHow Telehealth Helps You<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
1. Telehealth Makes Medical Care Accessible<\/h3>\n\n\n\n