American Medical Alarms provides the solution in the form of an easy-to-use, state-of-the-art medical alert system. Your medical alert will come in the form of a pendant, easily worn around the neck or wrist, and a two-way transmitter. The pendant is water-resistant, light-weight, and easy to access any time you are in need of emergency medical assistance. All it takes is a push of the button on your pendant and one of our professionally-trained operators will contact you through your transmitter device, find out your needs, and send you assistance, whether that means sending paramedics or simply contacting your neighbor or family member.

Why is it important to have a medical alert system installed in your home? Because accidents and falls are one of the leading causes of death among seniors over the age of 65, and many of these deaths could have easily been prevented with the use of a medical alert device. One in three seniors over the age of 65 will fall each year, with complications ranging from mild to extremely serious, and in some instances, a senior can be rendered completely immobile after a fall, unable to reach out for help.

Signs will often present themselves right before a fall - dizziness, fatigue, instability - and having access to a medical alert alarm system can often times save a life before it is too late. A membership with American Medical Alarms is only $23.95 a month and the equipment is completely free - take the first step in preventing injuring and possibly saving your life by visiting us online at www.americanmedicalalarms.com today!

American Medical Alarms understands that alerting the system is only the first step for seniors in getting the help that they need, when they need it. After emergency aid has been notified and reaches the senior in need, in order to provide the proper aid in every situation the responders need to know the senior’s medical history, allergies, and any medications that they are taking, to ensure that the aid provided is not potentially more harmful than good to the senior. But what if, upon emergency aid arrival, the senior is unconscious or unable to communicate properly?

This is why American Medical Alarms is a proud sponsor of Vial A Life, a nationally recognized program that saves countless lives every year. Each order of an American Medical Alarm system comes with a complimentary Vial A Life kit that includes one Vial A Life form, two Vial A Life decals, and a wallet-sized Vial A Life form for seniors on-the-go.

Place one of the decals on your front door directing responders to your refrigerator, where the other decal and Vial A Life should be placed, and emergency responders will always know where to go. A quick look through your Vial A Life form will inform responders about your current medical conditions, any allergies you may have, any medications you are currently taking, and any other special instructions that you provide.

Emergency aid should always be responsive and never be harmful. American Medical Alarms, together with Vial A Life, is dedicated to giving seniors the best and most personalized care available in medical alert systems today. Through their collective efforts, more and more lives can be saved each year, and seniors can feel comfortable and safe again in their own homes, no matter what arises.

In times of emergency, you want to speak to someone who is not only a professional but someone who cares as well. After activating the alert button on your medical alarm device you’ll be speaking to a live operator within seconds, an operator that knows who you are and is familiar with any conditions that you may have. Best of all, these services are available to you 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year, so you never have to worry that you or your loved one will be without coverage, even for a minute. Help is always just a button-push away.

If the situation is an emergency, your specially-trained operator will immediately send rescue and provide potentially life-saving instructions to assist you until help arrives, and if the situation is not serious, your operator can connect you with a friend or family member in the area, ensuring that you get the help you need quickly. And, if for some reason you are unresponsive after pressing your alert button, American Medical Alarms will assume that the situation is an emergency and send help immediately. American Medical Alarms wants seniors to know that they are never alone, and our operators always stay on the line until help has arrived.

The state of the art monitoring center for American Medical Alarms is designed to handle any and all emergencies you might have, as well as national emergencies and instances of severe weather. Our medical alert monitoring center in California is UL Listed, FM Approved, and Department of Defense Certified, having passed all the rigorous safety requirements necessary to achieve such certifications. American Medical Alarms is ready to face any emergency, with multiple redundant and back-up facilities in place throughout the United States. In each location, American Medical Alarms also has a power generator, uninterrupted city power grid, redundant monitoring systems, automatic redundant phone switches, and automatic fiber routing on all phone lines.

Rest assured that access to our state-of-the-art monitoring center is always available and that the operators working on the other side are the best in the industry. Visit us online today at www.americanmedicalalarms.com or call us toll-free at 1-800-542-0438 and see for yourself why seniors looking for safety and peace of mind always feel right at home with American Medical Alarm systems.

These are the most super of the superfoods. They are little exploding bombs of nutrients, packed with bioflavanoids, a type of antioxidant that is said to strengthen artery walls and maintain the structure of the skin. They contain anti-cancer and anti-aging properties, and can help to lower cholesterol. Sprinkle them on porridge or cereal for a power breakfast.

Broccoli

A powerhouse source of iron, broccoli is the king of vegetables. Absolutely packed with bioflavanoids, it is top of the list of anti-cancer vegetables, and has been shown to protect against breast and prostate cancer. Use it steamed or in stir- fries.

Tomatoes

A source of lycopene, which can help to fight prostate cancer in particular, as it mops up the free radicals that cause damage to body tissue. The body absorbs lycopene more efficiently if the tomatoes are cooked, so use freely in soups and sauces. Tinned tomatoes are an excellent source of lycopene, as they have already been cooked.

Oily Fish

Oily fish, such as salmon, mackerel, tuna and sardines are top sources of Omega-3 fatty acids. These are absolutely the “in” nutrients of the moment, said to help lower the risk of blood clots, and the build up of fatty deposits on arteries. However, it is the suggestion that Omega-3 improves brainpower that has been causing a stir, and experiments have shown a marked improvement in the concentration of school children who have been given Omega-3 supplements. Parents are now being advised to make sure their children have adequate Omega-3 in their diets.

Garlic

For centuries garlic has been renowned for it’s healing properties. It is also a powerful antioxidant, and is considered one of the best natural remedies for colds and ‘flu. Garlic has also been shown to help reduce high cholesterol levels For best results, eat garlic raw, if you dare! Failing that, use freely in cooking..

Brazil Nuts

Brazil nuts are considered high in fat, but this is unsaturated fat, considered to be the “good” fat. They are an excellent source of the antioxidant selenium, which neutralizes free radicals in the body. Just two or three brazil nuts a day will provide you with adequate levels of selenium.

Avocado

Another superfood considered to be high in fat, but again, we are talking about the beneficial monounsaturated fat. Nutritionally, avocados are almost a complete meal in themselves, containing high levels of many vitamins, especially vitamins E and C.

Olive Oil

Favorite anti-aging ingredient of the Mediterranean diet which has proved to be so beneficial in improving blood vessel function, and maintaining a healthy heart. It is rich in monounsaturated fats which help lower cholesterol levels. Recently it has been found that extra virgin olive oil contains an anti-inflammatory compound, which may help people with arthritis. Use freely as a salad dressing and in cooking.

Honey

Honey, like garlic, has been a superfood before the term had even been invented! Has powerful antibacterial and healing properties. Manuka honey, a specialist honey from bees that feed on the flowers of the manuka tree has been found to be effective as a topical dressing in the treatment of wounds and infections. It has been used to cure difficult wounds like leg ulcers when conventional treatment has failed.

Bananas

A meal in a skin! Exceptionally high in minerals, bananas provide potassium, and good carbohydrates. They are the chosen snack for athletes and anyone engaging in vigorous physical activity as they help to maintain energy levels.Try to include at least some of these anti-ageing superfoods in your diet, and you and your health will certainly benefit.www.americancancerfund.com

The researchers studied patients with prehypertension, which is defined as blood pressure that’s elevated but still within the normal range. That’s a systolic pressure reading of 120 to 139 (the top number) and a diastolic reading of 80 to 89 (the bottom number). Doctors estimate that about a third of American adults have prehypertension.

The researchers looked at 12 studies of people with prehypertension and found that they had a 55 percent higher risk of a future stroke than people who did not have prehypertension. People at the high end of prehypertension had a 79 percent risk of a future stroke.

Doctors are continuing to look at the long-term effects of prehypertension. They don’t have all the answers yet. But the best advice for you is to get your blood pressure checked regularly. If your numbers are high, cut down on your salt intake and maintain a normal weight. 

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Here are a few simple home updates to help protect seniors from falls:

• Did you know that a person who lives to be 75 years old will have spent an average of 1.5 years in the bathroom? That’s why it’s essential to make this room as safe as possible. Grab bars are an easy and effective solution to avoid a fall.
• Another safety feature that can prevent falls is a light-sensor nightlight in the bathroom and halls to provide a well lit path for nighttime.
• Keep paths free of clutter. For example, cords of loose rugs.

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WATER
Store 1 gallon of water per person per day (2 quarts for drinking, 2 quarts for food preparation and sanitation). Keep at least a 3-day supply of water for each person in your household.

FOOD
Store at least a 3-day supply of nonperishable food. Select items that don’t require refrigeration, preparation, or cooking, or require little or no water. * Include selections from the food list below in your Disaster Supply Kit.
Ready -to -eat canned meats, fruits and vegetables. Canned juices, milk, soup, sugar, salt, pepper, etc. High energy foods – peanut butter, jelly, crackers, granola bars, trail mix.

WHEN THE POWER GOES OUT
Without electricity, food in refrigerators and freezers will spoil. If you know in advance that power will be shut off, use perishable foods in refrigerator and freezer first. Make extra ice. Freeze extra freeze-pack inserts and keep them frozen for emergencies.
Buy a cooler. Freeze water in plastic containers, do not fill to top before freezing – allow for expansion. Know where to buy dry ice. 25 lbs. of dry ice should hold a 10-cubic-foot freezer cold for 3-4 days.

FIRST AID KIT
Assemble a First Aid Kit for your home and one for each car. Include bandanges and sterile gauze pads, moistened towellets, thermometer, tweezers, cleansing soap, gloves and non prescription drugs.

TOOLS AND SUPPLIES
Include paper cups, plates & plastic utensils, manual battery operated radio and extra batteries, flashlight and extra batteries, cash or traveler’s checks, non-electric can opener; utility knife, fire extinguisher, pliers, tape, matches in waterproof container, paper, pencil.

SANITATION
Toilet paper, towels, soap, liquid detergent, personal hygiene supplies, plastic garbage bags, ties, plastic bucket with tight lid, disinfectant household chlorine bleach.

CLOTHING AND BEDDING
Include at least one complete change of clothing and footwear per person. Sturdy shoes or work boots. Not slippers. Rain gear, blankets or sleeping bags.

SPECIAL ITEMS
Remember family members with special needs, such as infants, elderly, or disabled persons.  Important family documents should be kept in a waterproof, portable container.

Contact your local civil defense office or American Red Cross chapter for information on preparedness. See the Emergency Information section in the white pages of telephone directories for information and instructions. Meet with family members to discuss what to do in an emergency. Plan how your family will stay in contact if separated by disaster.