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I think you guys are on to something. I choose to fix my own car when it has small issues, I choose to fix my own computer when things go haywire (whether it's
by clicks 13y ago
I think you guys are on to something.
I choose to fix my own car when it has small issues, I choose to fix my own computer when things go haywire (whether it's a hardware or software problem), I choose to install/fix issues relating to the washing machine & dryer, furniture, faucets, etc. etc.
To get to the point where I could fix these things I had to learn various things from others, from reading up, and so on.
I can do that quite easily when it comes to my own body too. Only in the most extraordinary of circumstances will I seek medical healthcare.
To relate this to HN: make systems that facilitate acquisition of knowledge, conducting tests, studying those tests, etc. Maybe hook the other end of the system to a database of vetted doctors in India and China who could study the test results and suggest future options?
By golly does this industry need some disruption. Please make it happen guys.
- malandrew 13y agoUnfortunately you still can't fill out your own prescriptions diagnosing your own problem, so you'll still end up paying for a doctor's visit if something is wrong.