Updated June 2015 One of the most well-known reasons for wearing a medical ID bracelet or necklace is so that a first-responder can have critical information during an emergency. We’ve said it and you’ve heard it before: a medical ID can speak for you when you can’t. But what about in everyday life? Who needs to know? For people who wear medical IDs, like those with diabetes, it can be tricky to determine just how much information to share with …
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Take these diet and exercise tips to heart to watch your cholesterol levels drop. Has your doctor mentioned lowering your cholesterol? Whether it’s something you’ve been struggling with for a …
You’ve had your ID for years. You love it. It may even have helped you through a tough emergency situation. But, the years have worn it down, the engraving is …
With up to 15 million people living with food allergies, including 1 in 13 children,* chances are that you or someone you know is affected. But what exactly are food …
For those of you unfamiliar with Alzheimer’s Disease (AD), it is a neurological or brain disorder that destroys memory and thinking ability. Eventually, the disease progresses to the point that …
What is the #1 safety precaution if you are taking a blood thinner? A medical identification bracelet. It’s a simple, but effective intervention that all patients should consider. If you …
If you have any number of health issues that can require immediate medical attention or specialized care, you may already be aware of the benefits of a medical ID bracelet. …
Two new studies on individuals with diabetes have found a potentially troubling link between sleep quality and insulin resistance. The results of both studies suggest that diabetics with poor sleep …