As a woman who has lived with Lupus for over three decades, I am an advocate who is passionate about a variety of healthcare issues. I am personally very concerned that despite advances in healthcare technology I am fighting for access to a comprehensive EMR (Electronic Medical Record) where my team of doctors are
My MedicAlert bracelet has remained on my wrist for the past twenty-one years. It has seen me through every dance performance, breakup, sleepover, and most importantly, allergic reaction. While the styles, allergies, and chain length have changed over the years, one thing remains clear: this bracelet is my lifeline.
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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I am a proud and happy MedicAlert Lifetime Member! In my 75 years, MedicAlert has seen me through some really critical moments brought on by allergic reactions to medicine . This is my story: From the time I was a very young child, I suffered from recurring ear infections. At that time, penicillin was used to combat them