Throughout the decade in which I cared for my father, who had Alzheimer’s disease, he was hospitalized several times. Each and every stay was a complete nightmare. I could easily name several reasons for these trials but the one I would like to focus on here is this: it’s impossible to simply look at someone and tell they have cognitive disabilities. Due to this fact, my father was regularly mistaken for “just another patient.” (more…)

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) – Tattoos have long served as fashion statements, but a small number of Americans are now relying on them for a more practical, potentially lifesaving purpose: to warn first responders about important medical conditions.

Some medical tattoos are being used to take the place of bracelets that commonly list a person’s allergies, chronic diseases or even end-of-life wishes.

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Roses and chocolates are nice gifts for Valentine’s day, but they last only a few days.

A medical ID can last for years to come and could save your loved one in an emergency.  Mediband has a large range of medical ID bracelets, from designer reversibles to bold styles and even custom bracelets.

Compliment your mediband with free access to MedibandPlus, Mediband’s very own online medical database and emergency access portal.

This Valentine’s Day, give your special someone a gift that will not only last, but may save their life.