In today's technologically-enhanced world, we use technology to do many things easier and faster. We can even use technology to connect with those far away. Technology can do a lot- so why not even use it for seeking help? As much as people use technology for making quick videos, putting up visual filters with voice chat, and things of that nature, we can use technology for more practical (and perhaps helpful) matters- such as finding an online counselor to help deal with life issues. Telehealth is doing a great deal to provide postmodern assistance to others, and telemedicine is doing a lot to help provide extra care and healing. I will discuss both telehealth and telemedicine in this blog post. Welcome to my life issues blog, "John's Life Space!"
Before I Begin...
This post was created in partnership with BetterHelp.LATEST UPDATE(S)/REVISION(S):
JUN 10 2020 - removed some links, edited postTelehealth and Telemedicine
Why are telehealth and telemedicine helpful? Allow me to explain in this section.
To get the best care and to get the finest treatment, we often times have to go to different places. Some places may not offer the best possible facilities and individuals to offer help. So to get the most effective healing and be among the finest to heal someone, we are often referred to a handful of different healthcare professionals. Some healthcare professionals are out of reach for us, or we possibly can't afford actually venturing out to some place or some person for one-on-one support. When the help we seek can not be met with heavy travel costs or getting into some waiting line, a fine (and perhaps money-saving) alternative is to engage with telehealth or telemedicine.
Some people do not believe in technology to get help. If you are not able to access certain services physically and you need help, connecting with healthcare professionals through cyberspace is just as effective as going to physical locations. Look at it this way- are you still getting a quality education if you take online classes as opposed to being in a real classroom? Getting the help you need for your mental issues is just as powerful through technology as it is the old fashioned way of being in physical locations. The only difference is that you do not have to travel for some long distance or even spend money and/or energy to get help. This can be very convenient and very helpful if you require such services when you are down.
Despite both telehealth and telemedicine being helpful, there is one true barrier of both- availability and certain needed resources. Not everyone has access to online networks or even certain devices to make either telehealth or telemedicine possible. However, as is the case with technology over time, technology will become even better and perhaps less expensive. So it may not be too long until we look at both telehealth and telemedicine being more accepted and more available.
Telehealth and telemedicine are both equally effective. Telemedicine is the older of the two between telehealth and telemedicine. Telehealth, though, is becoming more accessible and more general than telemedicine. What is the difference between the two, though? I will try to explain in the next few sections on each.
Telehealth.
Telehealth, not to be confused with TeleHealth Services, involves being able to connect patients with healthcare services and healthcare providers for if we are unable to access physical individuals and offices to aid in health help. Telehealth offers a means of connecting to healthcare providers and services for which we may otherwise not be able to access physical locations or actual people. Getting the help you need through telehealth is just as effective as going to a physical location and meeting with an actual healthcare provider. The only difference is that you are getting the help you may require through the means of various computer and mobile outlets. Telehealth is like a trip to the doctor's office, only without going to the doctor's office. You still are in contact with an individual who can help you and interact with you to help make sure you are healthy and well.Obviously if you are in a situation where you are sick and may require certain services (such as ultrasound or certain surgeries), telehealth may not be enough. But for the most part, telehealth can play a big part in helping you feel better with your mental health issues.
Telemedicine.
Whereas telehealth helps in connecting people with services and individuals that may be far away or may require a lot of money, telemedicine helps in trying to offer the healing and advice people need to feel better through a more broad array of services. Telemedicine involves more specific resources to aid in helping others heal through the means of technology than the general approach of telehealth.Why Consider Telehealth and Telemedicine?
If you need help and do not have the finances or ability to access a proper facility and meet proper people in person, you can still get the help you need by taking part in telehealth and telemedicine. You are still getting the care and help you need even without having to go to a healthcare provider or certain facilities that may be a long ways away from you. This is a convenient concept as well as potentially less expensive option to get help. As much as people use electronics for all kinds of entertainment purposes, we can use the same technology to help ourselves and others. So as much as one enjoys video chatting and using filters for images and videos, we can use the same technology for more practical and more serious matters- such as getting help for physical and mental issues we face. Make an investment in the betterment of your health by taking advantage of telehealth and telemedicine.Now for some final thoughts of mine.
Telehealth and Telemedicine: Final Thoughts
Let me make the case for at least considering telehealth and telemedicine. Consider these final thoughts of mine.
Some people may not have the finances or the willingness to go to actual physical locations to get the help they need. Some may not even be sociable to try to communicate with healthcare professionals. These barriers alone can help make the case for people to get the help they need through the means of telehealth and telemedicine. Even if you do not believe in technology and healthcare, you should at least give it a chance if the help you can receive may make you better, even if you can not be at a physical location and have one-on-one in-person interaction with a healthcare provider. At least you are able to get the help you need to help you with whatever health issues you are facing. If you need help from healthcare professional and can not make it out to a physical location and make eye-to-eye personal contact, the next best thing (or what should be the next best thing) is to communicate with a healthcare professional by using the fancy technology you already have.
For the most part, that concludes my look at both telehealth and telemedicine.
If I can come up with various other resources to help others, I will edit this post or parts of my blog to link you to certain resources. You may also visit my Helpful Resources page for links to various online resources to help you with any issues you may be having.
I hope you found this post useful, as with my others. Remember that you are not alone- help is there for you if you need it. You can't afford to live your life with pain physically and/or mentally. So get help when you can, where you can. Thank you for reading! Take care and be well.
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