Caregivers

What do a housekeeper, a chauffeur, a cook, and an accountant all have in common? If you are the primary caregiver for a loved one, then the answer is: they are all you. Maybe you enthusiastically took on most of the caregiving after your mother’s stroke or your spouse’s accident, thinking it would mean quality […]

Taking medication isn’t as simple as it seems it might be on the surface. Even a single prescription can be challenging to take reliably, and adding more than one just increases the complexity and risk of errors or side effects. There are many reasons that someone might miss doses of their medication or stop taking […]

Accidents and medical emergencies can happen to anyone—regardless of age. However, the elderly are considered an at risk population for accidents, with falls being the most common cause of injuries resulting in medical treatment or hospitalization. The elderly population is also susceptible to heart attacks, stroke, seizures, and confusion. While it is impossible to predict […]

More than 300 million Americans have some kind of health insurance, but most programs don’t cover all medical expenses, and some programs barely cover the basics. Depending on the type of health insurance plan you have and your deductible amount, a MedicAlert medical ID may or may not be covered. If not, there are a […]

No one can predict when an emergency may happen, but you can be prepared. Things we use every day such as smartphones, along with companies like MedicAlert, make it easy to protect yourself when the unexpected happens. Both can store ICE (In Case of Emergency) contacts and your crucial medical information, making it easier for […]