New eHealth record system

I only just heard about this a day or so ago. It was launched on July 1st, but I haven't seen any advertising or publicity about it at all. It was only somebody in the opposition mocking it as only a few had signed up for it so far that I found out about it, and went to take a look.

Go to the site here

I've succeeded in registering for it online, and I now have a brand spanking new eHealth record system. I'm not exactly sure what I'm supposed to do with it though :s  I think it means that my doctors, specialists, any other health type people, can put records on there. And then other doctors can access those records without me having to spend 20 minutes giving a life history. 

If you register online I think a bit of patience is needed, as it takes about 15 minutes. Well it did me. I chose to prove my identity online, which involved putting in my Medicare card number, the last specialist I saw, and the last date I saw my GP. It's all on their records and had to match up.

Think it's quite good. Might email my GP about it tomorrow. He would know much more about it than me. Also good as it feels like I'm more in control. Although nothings been put on it yet, it means I'll be able to access my own medical records online, as well as all the other people involved in my care.