While cell phones are essential tools in ensuring a loved one’s safety, medical alert services offer features that take remote care a step further — and that step can certainly be life-saving. Read on ...

Find the perfect medical alert system now. Bay Alarm Medical, LifeFone, Medical Guardian and Medical Alert If you enjoy your active lifestyle and want to keep your independence for years to come, you ...

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How can I encourage my elderly parent to use a medical alert device? If you have an elderly parent, you've probably had some sleepless nights over them living alone. Even if your parent is still ...

According to the National Poll on Healthy Aging, which surveyed adults from ages 50 to 80, 88% responded that it was important to remain in their homes as long as possible. For older Americans to age ...

Tamrah Harris is a registered nurse and certified personal trainer through the American College of Sports Medicine. She is the founder and CEO of Harris Health and Wellness Communications. She has ...

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Medical Alert System Buyer’s Guide It’s no secret that there are lots of medical alert systems to choose from. But narrowing down your options and making a decision doesn’t have to be complicated. In ...

No matter where you are, emergency response is easy to access with the best medical alert systems we've tested. I’ve been working with computers for ages, starting with a multi-year stint in ...