Current Fitness And Health Matters That Affect Students

By Misty Tyler


Many people value their health more than anything. Without it, a person cannot work, enjoy life or pursue activities that they enjoy. People today are living longer than previous generations, partly due to the fact that medicine has advanced so much in the past hundred years. Yet there are many fitness and health matters that still need to be resolved.

The first thing to do is to set goals for yourself. Keep them simple so that they will be more achievable. You do not want to get frustrated by setting goals that are too high in the beginning, because this may cause you to give up.

Another problem is how to avoid harm to patients during medical treatment. According to some medical statistics, nearly one in four Medicare patients suffer some type of injury during their stay once admitted into a hospital. There are many causes of this, including physicians who are not fully trained, or facilities that are inadequately equipped.

Students will also need to consider their patients. A good health care program will enforce the responsibilities that clinicians and doctors have towards their patients. This can be a fine skill that is learned over time, as students get to know their patients and grow more confident in their abilities. It is often a delicate balancing game. Students often become discouraged because of the bureaucracy that sometimes exists in the medical profession.

There is also a lack of transparency in the medical industry. Many critics claim that there is not enough information available to consumers to allow them to compare and choose a health plan properly. Consumers need to know what their options are, and what the risks are for whatever options they choose. They need to be able to make informed decisions.

Another problem is the threat of shortages of doctors and nurses in the medical industry. The cost of medical school dissuades many capable students from entering this profession. This means that there are less doctors being trained to handle the medical needs of the population. There are two ways combat this problem. One option is to offer more scholarships, as well as funding from the government, so that students can complete their medical training. Another option is to institute an immigration problem in which fully trained doctors are brought in from overseas to fill the gap.

Another reason why students may be at risk with their health is due to economic issues. Often students are burdened with loans and credit card debt, so they may not feel that they are able to afford healthy good foods. Sometimes it is cheaper for them to buy processed foods or take-out items instead of buying separate ingredient to cook themselves. Also, if a student is financially-strapped, they may feel that they cannot afford the college meal plan, which may offer better meals, but at a cost.

These are just some of the t health issues that affect society today. The costs of medical services will always rise. However, with good management, everyone can benefit from good care.




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