Medical records have become a hot topic lately. The biggest reason is the compromised records of prominent persons in California.

But your records are just as important. They’re important to you because your doctor uses them to track your health and plan therapy. They’re important to you because you want coordinated health care. They’re also important to you because they contain confidential information related to you and your health. Compromise of these records may compromise your identity as well as your health. You should always ask you physician how he/she manages record security.

But now Google want to enter the medical record business. As Google goes so shall others. Storing medical records on-line holds the possibility that your record can be available anytime and anywhere. This also raises the possibility that your confidential information may be compromised more easily.

It’s your health. Take it seriously and take care.