A Former Director at the Ghana Health Service and seasoned Public Health Physician, Dr Kofi Issah, has advised the public, particularly the elderly to exercise caution in how they seek medical advice, especially from non-professional sources such as the internet or unverified individuals within their communities.According to him, while many people, including neighbours and relatives, may offer advice out of concern, or some medications or remedies that have been helpful to them, such recommendations could sometimes do more harm than good, especially when they delay individuals from seeking proper medical attention from trained professionals."As we age, we become more vulnerable to various health conditions, and everyone wants to live a healthy life.
But relying solely on suggestions from well-meaning friends or misleading online information often makes matters worse," he cautioned.Speaking at the monthly meeting of the Navrongo Senior High School (NAVASCO) Old Students Union (NABIA) Accra Branch on Sunday, Dr Issah who is also an old student underscored the importance of early detection and prompt medical consultation, emphasising that when symptoms arise, individuals should seek care from health professionals who were qualified and authorised to provide sound medical advice."There is so much misleading information on the internet these days.
People google their symptoms and apply treatments without understanding the root cause.
Health is not one-size-fits-all.
