I f you signed up to access your electronic personal health records through your health care provider you have a lot of information about your health status.
However, even if you know your triglyceride or blood glucose numbers, you can’t manage your health on your own, according to Dr. Grant M. Greenberg.
“You may see what’s going on but not how to apply it,” says Dr. Greenberg.
Instead, you can use the information to have a conversation, electronically or in person, with your physician.
For example, if your records show that your LDL cholesterol is higher than in the past you can ask your physician whether you should be concerned.
By having your personal health information you’re more likely to take care of your health, Dr. Greenberg says.