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What is everyone's thoughts on the My Health Record?
Very mixed feelings.
Essentially it’s a great idea very poorly executed.
The benefits should be creating more continuity in care, a reduction in errors (for instance, if someone has an emergency and ends up in an emergency department unconscious, being able to access a basic medical history, medications and allergies is incredibly important), and if properly implemented should save the health care system plenty by reducing replication of tests etc.
But the downside, especially on an individual probably outweighs that. The opportunity for insurance companies, health insurance and employers to misuse the information is massive. Many people won’t necessarily think there’s much they can gain from that, but it can be very relevant, especially in regards to any potential mental health diagnoses or treatments.