MY HEALTH ONLINE 😱

Thanks for raising this @Former-Member There's certainly been lots of discussion around My Health Record in the last few days. While I can really hear that for you, this isn't something you'll make use of, for some people this will be a step forward in providing consistency of care across health professionals. It's so important for everyone to weigh up the pro's and con's in order to make an informed decision about what might work well for them. This resource does well at explaining My Health Record and exploring both sides of the issue. It's specific to the sex work industry however has some useful information relevent to people in their decision making. Interested to hear the diverse perspectives from around the community 🌳

You've been so diligent in doing what you can to be proactive in your health care @Former-Member. Your insider knowledge has no doubt shaped your approach. And that's quite true too, the patient-doctor relationship is grounded in that element of trust. Without that, it's hard for a patient to be open about their experience, and it's difficult for doctors to provide the best, most appropriate, treatment. I wonder what might be able to be done to improve trust in that relationship?

I certainly don't want everyone knowing my private health information, especially as I hope to once again work in the health sphere one day (mental health). I just tried opting out online and was told it was unsuccessful as I already have a health record. Most annoyed about this! I however, after a few more clicks and investigating, now do not have a health record any longer. Phew!

Thank you @Former-Member for bringing this to attention. I can see the pros for some people being involved, but for me, I can foresee heavy stigma being thrust upon in future employment endeavours.

I had no idea about this and really appreciate that I do now and that I was able to make an informed decision about what I think is best for myself and my family in terms of this one.

I opted out a moment ago by using this link @Former-Member. It took only a couple of minutes, and I used my drivers licence and Medicare numbers to do it. I had no trouble opting out for myself, but couldn't opt out on behalf of my children as I kept getting errors. I'll have to call them and will use the helpline number which is at the end of that link if you're interested lapses.