This is very disgusting...but I will say that technology does exist that keeps people alive far past a time they would naturally have died. That, of course, is why we add DNR orders and other directives to our wills. I think people should choose for themselves whether or not they want extreme measures to be taken to keep them alive. But there is a limit to resources and good sense. Once the government gets involved, tho, your chances of good health or survival go WAY down.
As a senior, I am on Medicare...but I control my own healthcare and practices, supplements, etc...my doctor just consults with ME...which is what we should all be doing. I don't trust that ANYONE else cares more about my health and well-being than ME...
The healthcare system is broken...our government is broken...but it does not mean that we can't take advantage of some of the beneficial practices offered. The day anyone says..."you must"...is the day I am out the door. But so far I am making this broken system work for me...and believe me...it can be a challenge.
Thank you for posting this. I too am 80 this year, and tend to get very upset by the total deterioration of our western medical system. You have given me a different perspective.
This is very disgusting...but I will say that technology does exist that keeps people alive far past a time they would naturally have died. That, of course, is why we add DNR orders and other directives to our wills. I think people should choose for themselves whether or not they want extreme measures to be taken to keep them alive. But there is a limit to resources and good sense. Once the government gets involved, tho, your chances of good health or survival go WAY down.
As a senior, I am on Medicare...but I control my own healthcare and practices, supplements, etc...my doctor just consults with ME...which is what we should all be doing. I don't trust that ANYONE else cares more about my health and well-being than ME...
The healthcare system is broken...our government is broken...but it does not mean that we can't take advantage of some of the beneficial practices offered. The day anyone says..."you must"...is the day I am out the door. But so far I am making this broken system work for me...and believe me...it can be a challenge.
Thank you for posting this. I too am 80 this year, and tend to get very upset by the total deterioration of our western medical system. You have given me a different perspective.
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