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Technological breakthroughs can go a long way toward removing some of these barriers. An example: On July 15 the FDA approved a waiver that allows Theranos to run its herpes simplex virus 1 test at its retail Wellness Centers, where samples can be analyzed on the spot instead of being shipped to a centralized facility, and results reported quickly.
Convenience also matters. the more accessible care locations become, and the longer hours they are open, the better people can take control of their own health.
Finally, public policy has an important role to play in furthering the goal of patient-centered health care. I recently worked with leaders in Arizona to pass a state law that allows individuals to order and pay for any laboratory test without having to justify a health concern or rely on insurance eligibility. The law also provides protections for physicians so they can work with patients in a preventive manner around direct-access tests. Individuals across the country should have the same freedom.
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