Living with Cerebral Palsy and Seizure Disorder
Living with Cerebral Palsy and Seizure Disorder: How MedicAlert Saved My Life When someone has chronic medical conditions and lives alone, it can be scary
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Alexa’s Journey with Type 1 Diabetes: How One Medical ID Helped Save Her Life
At just 15 years old, Alexa was an energetic teen who loved playing softball, staying active, and diving into life’s adventures. But everything changed the day she was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes — a chronic condition where the body stops producing insulin. Overnight, her life became about blood sugar checks, insulin pumps, and managing the unmanageable.
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Conquering My Type 1 Diabetes: Kimberly’s Story
Conquering My Type 1 Diabetes: Kimberly’s Story When your job is to protect others, you don’t take chances with your own safety. Kimberly, a seasoned HR
Our Life with Autism
If not for Brandon’s MedicAlert band, I don’t know what would’ve happened when he wandered off at an amusement park last year during Memorial Day weekend. We were all standing in line for the Iron Dragon for a long time. For the first time, my youngest sons met the height requirements for the rollercoaster. I was going
Learning to Manage Epilepsy
Diagnosed at the age of 10, Bruno’s been battling his condition for over 30 years. And as you can imagine, living with a chronic medical condition at such an early age, he has overcome many obstacles throughout his life. From managing epilepsy as a child, teenager and young adult, Bruno has faced adversity with strength
My Son with Autism Wanders
Nine-year old Brandon can usually be found playing in his tree house or out in the yard exploring. He has autism, and although many kids with autism wander, Brandon wasn’t typically one of them. There had only been a few instances while in the company of his mom, dad or four siblings that Brandon had wandered off.
Donor Newsletter – December 2023
Donor Newsletter – December 2023 The holidays are here, and we’re so grateful for you, our loyal community of donors. Your generosity is the force
Waiting for a Heart Transplant
Some people use an LVAD for the rest of their lives, but for Chrissy, it’s a “bridge to transplant” while she waits to receive a new heart. Donor hearts are already difficult to come by, and because she is 6’1”, Chrissy needs a heart from a taller person. Her health journey affects not just her life, but the lives of her
