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  1. Is My Health Record Safe?

    my health record, health recordAlthough 15th October seems far away, you don’t have long to opt out of My Health Record. The idea behind the record is simple. All of your paper records will enter the digital world. The aim is to make it easier for clinicians to find information. Currently, every Australian will see their record transform into a digital format. You can opt out, but the deadline is October 15th. Opting out after this date is possible. But, the government can continue storing information they already hold until 30 years after your death. There are lots of arguments for and against the My Health Record system. If you need a Mediband, or your child does, it’s worth knowing the arguments on both sides. Continue reading →
  2. The Hidden Side Effects Of Unseen Illness

    unseen illness auto immuneLiving with an "unseen illness" can present more challenges than anyone realises. You can't really explain to your co-workers, family, and friends what you're going through on a daily basis. Nor would you want to - talking about it all the time doesn't make you feel any better. Plus, everyone else gets tired of hearing about it. The frustration can cause you to have additional side effects on top of your unseen illness. Continue reading →
  3. Medical Records and Your Health

    fun, safety, medical records, medical emergency With today's on-the-go lifestyle, keeping your health in mind seems like it is easier said than done. You’re busy enough as it is in your life. This makes it easy to forget to pay attention to your medical records and your own health. If this sounds like you, don't worry because there is good news ahead. You have great options you can use to improve your safety and well being. Technology makes it easier than ever before to protect yourself due to emergencies. And Mediband is leading the way with our medical alert bracelets and tracking tools. Let’s make your 2018 safer and better with some simple changes in your life. Even just a few of these changes can make a big difference. Continue reading →
  4. Solving the Issue of Patient Safety with Medical Alert Bracelets

    Solving the Issue of Patient Safety with Medical Alert Bracelets
    patient safety medical alert braceletsRecently, a provocative article from The Sydney Morning Herald talked about the issue of patient safety. It discussed Professor Sir Liam Donaldson – an expert on the subject. He spoke at length about problems that occur related to patient safety in both the doctor’s office and the hospital. And as Mediband’s medical alert bracelets show, we all need to keep an eye out for ways to stay safer. This post will talk all about the issue of safety for patients. Because of the high risks in health care, we all need to stay aware of these concerns. As a result, everyone will remain happier and safer in their lives. Finding the Problem of Patient Safety in Healthcare. As the Herald article noted, up to 12 percent of all hospital visits stem from errors. So, over one in ten people who go to the hospital end up there due to a mistake! Hence, you can see why this is such a pervasive issue. Continue reading →
  5. Dairy Intolerance 101: Causes, Symptoms, and Prognosis

    Dairy intolerance, also known as dairy insensitivity or lactose intolerance, is the reduced ability of the body to digest milk sugars. In some instances, intolerance arises when the body develops an allergy to a milk protein known as casein. dairy free, dairy intolerance, lactose intolerance Genetic factors also largely influence dairy intolerance. People of North European descent have only a 25% chance of developing the condition, while the rest have a 75% chance. Although a vast majority of the population suffer from this disorder, they may not be aware of it. They often end up confusing the symptoms of dairy intolerance with other medical conditions. Continue reading →

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