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At the push of a button, a medical alarm can summon emergency personnel and alert a patient’s family and friends of a medical crisis. Although they’re often associated with an older person who falls, medical alert bracelets and necklaces can also benefit younger adults, or anyone for that matter, who has health conditions. In particular, the devices are often recommended for people who live with any of these four medical diagnosis’. 

Medical Alarms for Chronic Health Conditions  

1. Heart Disease

February is American Heart Month, reminding us that heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. Symptoms like chest pain, shortness of breath, and nausea or vomiting often precede heart attacks. When a person with heart disease experiences these symptoms, pushing a medical alert button could save their life. Patients who receive prompt medical attention are less likely to die from heart attacks.

2. Diabetes medical alarm

People with diabetes are 1.5 times more likely to have a stroke than the general population. In addition, diabetes can cause vision problems that lead to falls and fainting from fatigue and hunger. Diabetics may not have the time or physical ability to get to a phone to dial 911. With a medical alert bracelet or necklace, they can call for help even when their mobility or vision is compromised.

3. Epilepsy

A person with epilepsy can experience a seizure at any time, increasing their risk of falls and fall-related injuries. Nearly one in five people with epilepsy live alone. Many epileptics experience triggers that signal an imminent seizure. By using a medical alarm when a trigger occurs, they can receive emergency medical care from professionals.

4. COPD

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is a lung disease that makes breathing difficult. Many COPD patients experience painful shortness of breath when the weather is hot and humid. Humid air contains increased amounts of chemicals, pollen, and pollutants that trigger COPD symptoms. Patients may also suffer when the air is freezing cold and dry. In any kind of weather, a medical alarm allows a person with COPD to call an emergency medical dispatcher (EMD) for help to treat their symptoms when they can’t breathe.

 

If you’re interested in a medical alarm to manage a chronic health condition, contact Around The Clock Medical Alarms in Cape Girardeau, MO. This compassionate company provides discreet, waterproof medical alert bracelets and necklaces that connect patients with EMD-certified attendants who answer calls within 22 seconds. Call (573) 334-7233 to learn more about these life-saving devices, or go online to place an order.

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