Our telemedicine service can meet various medical needs. Indeed, consultations with a physician, even if performed virtually, can be relevant in certain situations and allow you to obtain medical advice when necessary. In the following, we present 3 examples of situations, which could occur during the holiday season, that represent good reasons to consult in telemedicine.
Telemedicine: 7 days a week, from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.
These are the hours that our telemedicine service is available. Regardless of the day of the week, it is possible to obtain a consultation in a matter of moments, as soon as the service request form is submitted. During the holiday season, with the holidays, it can be difficult to get a health care professional’s opinion if a need arises. However, telemedicine is available every day, even during this period. If you need a consultation, you can request one, even on Christmas Day!
Remember that telemedicine is appropriate for non-emergency, non-life threatening conditions that do not require life-saving care. In such a situation, you should go to the emergency room.
Consultation for flu-like symptoms
You don’t want to get sick during the holidays, but sometimes you can’t help it. If you have flu-like symptoms that keep you in bed, it may be appropriate to seek medical advice. These can be assessed, even from a distance. A physician can offer advice on minor routine care and, if he or she feels it is appropriate, prescribe the necessary medication to combat symptoms and prevent complications if at risk.
Consultation for minor injuries
Did your child take a nasty fall playing field hockey and get hurt? Even if the risk of a major injury, such as a fracture, has been ruled out, there are questions about the nature of the injury. You may wonder what you can do to reduce the symptoms of inflammation, such as pain and swelling. In this sense, why not request a telemedicine consultation to get a better idea of the situation? A physician can offer advice and refer to the right resources for treatment and/or management of the injury.
Telemedicine Consultation for Prescription Renewal
With the hectic pace of preparing for holiday celebrations, some things can be forgotten… But it’s not as much fun when it comes to refilling a prescription for a medication that absolutely must be taken. In such a situation, you should know that a telemedicine consultation can allow you to renew a prescription that has already been prescribed by a physician or a specialized nurse practitioner.
In short, we have prepared this article to remind you that telemedicine is now a versatile service modality, which allows you to obtain quick medical advice in certain situations. If the need arises during your holiday celebrations and activities, consider using our telemedicine service. Simply fill out the form available on our website to get a quick consultation!
Approuvé par Francis Desjardins
