It’s scanxiety that finally pulled me down…
I found a lump in May 2021. In January 2022 I was finally diagnosed, after a single mastectomy, with triple negative metaplastic carcinoma. This is a rare breast cancer, with the worst prognosis of t...
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Don't worry about being a troublemaker @fufan and I totally relate to tears whilst seeing the GP.
I seriously reckon that we probably know more about 'the system' than they do! I am glad they didn't charge you the gap - that is becoming more rare these days & will be a major part of 'enticing a vote' in the next elections! Whoever promises to increase the Medicare levy to GPs will get more votes - as it affects EVERYONE! Some people are delaying seeing their GP due to the cost too! :( Those with chronic/cancer or terminal conditions should NEVER be charged the gap.
And definitely ask for copies of ALL reports - both pathology and specialist's .... as is your right. Grab a BIG box & keep them all in the one spot, so you can locate them at any time you need to.
take care xx
I seriously reckon that we probably know more about 'the system' than they do! I am glad they didn't charge you the gap - that is becoming more rare these days & will be a major part of 'enticing a vote' in the next elections! Whoever promises to increase the Medicare levy to GPs will get more votes - as it affects EVERYONE! Some people are delaying seeing their GP due to the cost too! :( Those with chronic/cancer or terminal conditions should NEVER be charged the gap.
And definitely ask for copies of ALL reports - both pathology and specialist's .... as is your right. Grab a BIG box & keep them all in the one spot, so you can locate them at any time you need to.
take care xx