Giving you a voice

Public opinion on the quality and viability of the traditional health care systems in developed countries vary and some interesting websites are emerging to utilize new technologies to benefit the future development of public health. Here are some to consider:

• Australia's The National Forum, a not-for-profit company which is a vehicle to promote democratic uses of the Internet in Australia. The National Forum site is a virtual Town Square designed to provide free democratic space on the web for Australian citizens. Health issues are just one of the topics dealt with regularly on this site.
• The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation brings over 30 years experience to addressing some of the most pressing health and health care problems facing the US, parking debate and building knowledge. I love their catch line: "We expect to make a difference in your lifetime"
• Patient Opinion International – Patient Opinion (Sheffield, United Kingdom)
  Using Web 2.0 technologies, Patient Opinion International has created a kind of "Angie’s List" for health care services in the United Kingdom. Patient Opinion enables patients to share their stories online and rate the care they receive at hospitals. After 18 months and thousands of user postings, the site provides a tool that has empowered patients with a voice that is being heard by hospitals and doctors, who are making changes in services as a result.

With the Health Highway, I hope to raise the profile of complimentary therapies while improving the life of thousands around the world. Are you looking for a change?