The Gift MD

What's New at The Gift RX?

2013-10-16T15:53:00.000-04:00

Lots!

All of those wonderful new changes that were made to The Gift MD have now been rolled out to our sister site, The Gift RX!

A SEARCH BAR on every page. Not finding what you're looking for? Our search bar has access to millions of designs and products in the Zazzle Marketplace. Give it a try!
An up to date DISCOUNT BANNER, highlighting current promotions. There is something on sale almost every day!
PRODUCT ZOOM! Hover your mouse over an image and it will magnify at 3 times the original size. Very cool!

The Gift RX has gifts for all of life's 'a little less serious' health and medical issues. From puberty to menopause, childbirth to old age, from little annoyances to big pains in the you know what, The Gift RX has the prescription to make anyone feel better.

Drop by for a visit sometime.

What's New at The Gift MD?

2013-10-10T18:08:00.001-04:00

Lots!!!

For weeks, I have had my 'nose to the grindstone' making improvements to the website, and I'm finally ready to reveal the new look!

So, what improvements have been made?

First, I have added a SEARCH BAR to every category to make it easier for you to drill down on your specific needs. Now that The Gift MD offers products from many other designers, there are thousands of products and pages to sift through. Narrow down your search by using keywords that are more focussed to your needs.

We've added a banner highlighting current DISCOUNTS. There is something on sale almost every day!

My favorite update is the new ZOOM feature! Can't see the detail or read the text in the design? Hover your mouse over the product and it will zoom in at 3 times the original size, with crystal clear visibility. Very cool!

Lastly, The Gift MD is ready for CHRISTMAS!! That's right. It's only October, but we've added a section in each category for Christmas items - Greeting Cards, U.S. Postage, Ornaments, Apparel, Mugs & Drinkware, and Beverage Coasters. Interested in another product that isn't listed? Try using the search bar with keywords like: "Christmas Magnet" or "Christmas iPhone 5 case".

I'm pretty excited about these latest improvements and hope it makes your shopping experience more enjoyable. Drop in for a visit to check out the new and improved site!

The Gift MD

Shop by ribbon color. It's just what the doctor ordered!

Presenting: The Gift RX!

2013-03-05T16:54:00.000-05:00

The Gift MD is very excited to announce the launch of our new sister site:

The Gift RX!

Throughout our lives there are often many reasons to seek the advice of a medical professional. Not all of these reasons are serious, and we can poke fun at most of them - from pimples to hot flashes, from diaper rash to hemorrhoids, from teething to dentures, and from life's little annoyances to the big pains in the 'you know what'- this is LIFE! and The Gift RX has the right prescription to make anyone feel better at all of these stages.

At The Gift RX, we take what life throws at us a little less seriously. We have sought out the most popular designs created by independent artists, placed on hundreds of products including T-shirts, mugs, greeting cards and many more items. Most of these products can be customized and are available in numerous sizes, styles, shapes and/or colors.

Please drop by and see us - we have something for everyone!

Gifts for life's "not so serious" health and medical issues.

Hope to see you soon!

The Gift RX - take as directed.

Accidents / Aging / Baldness / Birthdays / Menopause / PMS / Puberty / Vasectomy / Retirement / Cold & Flu / Dental Braces / Dentures / Tooth Fairy / Fitness / Get Well Soon / New Baby / Pregnancy / Quit Smoking / Surgery / Toilet Humor / Weight Gain & Loss / ... and more!

We Have Expanded!

2013-02-06T17:06:00.000-05:00

The Gift MD is very pleased to announce that we have expanded our selection of awareness gifts! In addition to our own designs, we now offer the work of many other designers within the Zazzle marketplace. This expansion means that you now have access to literally hundreds of thousands of awareness gift items through TheGiftMD.com!!

In addition to our association with Zazzle, we have also affiliated with several other suppliers of gift items and/or other medical related merchandise which complement our store. If you can't find what you are looking for from The Gift MD, perhaps one of our affiliates can help you find the perfect item.

Some of the affiliate links have been thoughtfully selected and placed on appropriate pages within the website. To see the complete selection, please click on the "How May I Help You?" link.

Here is a sample of our current affiliate listing to date:

Amazon.com
Amazon.ca
JustFlowers.com
The Fruit Company
GiftBaskets.com
Wilshire Wigs
Light in the Box (large department store with discount wigs)
Advance Health Care Shop
Cool Jams
IceWraps.net
SpinLife.com
Elder Depot
Causes & Heros
DiabetesStore.com
Autism Speaks
Fisher Price
Lego
Mattel

This is not an exhaustive list as we continue to source out the best suppliers for your needs.

Please visit the new and improved site and take a look around. We'd love to hear any feedback!

The Gift MD

Shop by ribbon color. It's just what the doctor ordered!

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

2012-10-03T13:50:00.000-04:00

You certainly don't have to look far to see that something PINK is happening this month! Yes, it's breast cancer awareness month and it seems that people are walking, running, riding, coloring their hair pink and doing whatever they can to help raise awareness and funding for breast cancer research.

Breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer for women, affecting 1 in 8 women during their lifetime. In the U.S. and Canada this year, approximately 315,000 new cases of breast cancer will be diagnosed, and there will be over 45,000 deaths from the disease. Of these numbers, about 3,300 of the new cases will be men. Yes, men also get breast cancer.

As with any cancer, early diagnosis increases the chance of survival. This is a good time for a reminder - check your girls on a monthly basis, have your doctor check them annually, and if you haven't had your annual mammogram yet, book one this month.

More useful information and tips are available from the Susan G. Komen for the Cure website.

At The Gift MD, we are here to help build awareness for many causes, including Breast Cancer. We have a variety of pink ribbon designs on several different products including t-shirts, greeting cards, mugs, Christmas ornaments, tote bags, buttons, stickers... the list goes on!

Here is a small sampling from our Breast Cancer Awareness category:

I am a Survivor

Pink Ribbon Reindeer from the Christmas and Holiday Collection

Viva la Cure

The Dove of Hope from the Christmas and Holiday Collection

The Gift MD

Shop by ribbon color. It's just what the doctor ordered!

National Cancer Survivors Day

2012-05-23T11:31:00.000-04:00

This year Sunday, June 3 marks the 25th annual National Cancer Survivors Day. Since 1987, the National Cancer Survivors Day Foundation has chosen the first Sunday in June to celebrate cancer survivorship and to show the world that life after cancer can be both meaningful and productive. "Survivor" is defined as anyone living with a history of cancer - from the moment of diagnosis through the remainder of life.

This event is celebrated in communities across The United States, Canada, The United Kingdom, Australia and many other countries worldwide. For more information please visit the National Cancer Survivors Day Foundation's website.

Here is a sampling of some of our designs and products suitable for celebrating survivorship. These designs come from our "All Cancer" ribbon category, but you can find similar products and designs by visiting The Gift MD to shop by ribbon color - it's just what the doctor ordered!

See more "I am a Survivor" products.

See more "Dancing with N.E.D." products.

See more "I Heart N.E.D." products.

See more "Viva la Cure" products.

Enjoy your day!

The Gift MD

Last call to Help us Beat Ovarian Cancer!

2012-05-09T14:41:00.000-04:00

Re-posted from March.

This year, Sunday May 13 marks the 10th anniversary of the Run for Ovarian Cancer in London, Ontario.

All funds raised during this event are dedicated to research focused on advanced disease and to discovering a cure for ovarian cancer, going directly toward the Translational Ovarian Cancer Research Program at the London Health Sciences Centre. Since 2003, this run generates the largest amount of funding for LHSC of any non-profit organization in London with only a one-day event!

Once again, our sister site, SunflowerSisters.ca, has entered a team of family and friends to participate in this event and we are committed to not only meeting, but to surpassing last year's fundraising efforts.

To show support for this worthy cause The Gift MD is pleased to announce that:

We will donate 100% of ALL royalties earned on ALL sales in our Zazzle store through TheGiftMD.com for the next 2 months!

You read that right! From March 13 until May 13, 2012 (run day), ALL royalties earned on purchases of The Gift MD awareness products will go directly to sponsor Team Sunflower Sisters in the Run for Ovarian Cancer.

Please pass this good news on to family, friends, co-workers.... and to complete strangers for that matter! Raise awareness for your favourite cause while supporting research for a cure for ovarian cancer - the deadliest of all gynaecological cancers.

If you are in the area and wish to join our team, or if you would like to make a cash donation towards this cause, please visit the Sunflower Sisters Team Page.

Remember, if US$ is not your home currency, visit TheGiftMD.com and click on the links to any of our international sites. Royalties earned at our international sites will also count towards this campaign.

Thank you for your generous support!

World Health Day - 2012

2012-04-07T09:16:00.000-04:00

World Health Day is observed on April 7 every year, marking the anniversary of the founding of the World Health Organization in 1948.

Each year, a theme is chosen which focuses on current global health issues. This year's theme is about ageing and health - a topic which surely concerns all of us, for our own health and for the health of our older loved ones. The slogan chosen for this year is "Good health brings life to years" and focuses on how good health throughout life can help older men and women to lead full and productive lives and continue to contribute to society and family well into their advanced years.

We are living in a time of a rapidly ageing population. Worldwide, more and more people are living well into their 80's and 90's and at the same time birthrates are falling. Governments and health care organizations are going to need to find new and sustainable ways to cope with the financial and medical aspects of this demographic shift.

What Happens on World Health Day?
Various events are organized on a local, national and an international level. Events such as conferences for health workers, briefings for local politicians, and informational displays for children and young people. Public informational media coverage, displays and activities will be geared towards the needs of the region. For this year, North America will certainly hear about topics such as the importance of healthy diets and physical fitness at all ages.

To learn more about World Health Day, visit the World Health Organization website.

The Gift MD

The Website is Up and Running!

2012-04-05T16:34:00.000-04:00

Wow, what a monumental effort! The Gift MD's website is no longer just a shell... it's a fully functional website consisting of 216 pages, showcasing almost 5,000 awareness products! And that is just for starters - I still have a long way to go. With all this web-design out of the way, I can get creative again with new designs!

Please pay a visit to TheGiftMD.com and take a look around. I'd love to hear any feedback you have to offer.
Thanks for visiting and come back often!

The King and Queen of Chemo Trump Cancer!

2012-03-24T17:00:00.000-04:00

Introducing Their Royal Highnesses, The King and Queen of Chemo!

Check out the latest designs at The Gift MD, and remember that between now and May 13, 2012 all royalties earned on sales through TheGiftMD.com will be donated to the Run for Ovarian Cancer and Ovarian Cancer research at the London Health Sciences Centre.

Queen of Chemo by TheGiftMD

King of Chemo by TheGiftMD

April 2 is World Autism Awareness Day

2012-03-17T09:38:00.001-04:00

Autism is a neural development disorder, which affects the brain's normal development of social and communication skills. It affects 9 in 1,000 children and is usually diagnosed before the age of 3, with early symptoms being impaired social and communication development - both verbally and non-verbally, and repetitive behaviour.
The cause of Autism is not clear, however it is believed that genetics may play a role and there are studies indicating environmental factors may also be involved.
Treatment for Autism includes intensive skill-oriented training focused on the specific needs of the child, and in some cases medications are used to treat specific symptoms such as depression, anxiety or seizures.

Do you love a child with Autism? Show your support and raise awareness with one of The Gift MD's "I Love a Child with Autism" products:

I Heart a Child with Autism by TheGiftMD

Remember:
From now until May13, 2012 all royalties earned on ALL The Gift MD products will go to support the Run for Ovarian Cancer in London, Ontario.

The Gift MD Sponsors Run for Ovarian Cancer!

2012-03-13T01:00:00.000-04:00

This year, Sunday May 13 marks the 10th anniversary of the Run for Ovarian Cancer in London, Ontario.

All funds raised during this event are dedicated to research focused on advanced disease and to discovering a cure for ovarian cancer, going directly toward the Translational Ovarian Cancer Research Program at the London Health Sciences Centre. Since 2003, this run generates the largest amount of funding for LHSC of any non-profit organization in London with only a one-day event!

Once again, our sister site, SunflowerSisters.ca, has entered a team of family and friends to participate in this event and we are committed to not only meeting, but to surpassing last year's fundraising efforts.

To show support for this worthy cause The Gift MD is pleased to announce that:

We will donate 100% of ALL royalties earned on ALL sales in our Zazzle store through TheGiftMD.com for the next 2 months!

You read that right! From March 13 until May 13, 2012 (run day), ALL royalties earned on purchases of The Gift MD awareness products will go directly to sponsor Team Sunflower Sisters in the Run for Ovarian Cancer.

Please pass this good news on to family, friends, co-workers.... and to complete strangers for that matter! Raise awareness for your favourite cause while supporting research for a cure for ovarian cancer - the deadliest of all gynaecological cancers.

If you are in the area and wish to join our team, or if you would like to make a cash donation towards this cause, please visit the Sunflower Sisters Team Page.

Remember, if US$ is not your home currency, visit TheGiftMD.com and click on the links to any of our international sites. Royalties earned at our international sites will also count towards this campaign.

Thank you for your support!

Ring the Bell!

2012-01-13T18:00:00.000-05:00

Overheard at a cancer center this week: "I'm going to ring that bell, and then run like hell!", followed by a loud eruption of laughter from everyone within earshot. If laughter is the best medicine then everyone got a good dose of it that day!

The "Ring the Chemo Bell" ceremony is practiced at most cancer centers worldwide. It signifies a patient's FINAL chemotherapy or radiation treatment, and is cause for great celebration for the patient and their loved ones. It brings feelings of hope and optimism to others who are courageously undergoing their own treatments.

This was the inspiration for our latest design which is now being rolled out across all cancer categories at The Gift MD:

Final Chemo Run Like Hell - All Cancer by TheGiftMD

Final Chemo Run Like Hell - Cervical Cancer by TheGiftMD

Final Chemo Run Like Hell - Testicular Cancer by TheGiftMD

Final Chemo Run Like Hell - Breast Cancer by TheGiftMD

SunflowerSisters Ovarian Cancer Blog: Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

2012-01-09T16:47:00.000-05:00

SunflowerSisters Ovarian Cancer Blog: Cervical Cancer Awareness Month: January is Cervical Cancer Awareness month in the USA and Australia - a "sister" cancer to ovarian cancer in that it's a member of the gynae...

SunflowerSisters Ovarian Cancer Blog: Happy New Year 2012

2012-01-09T16:46:00.000-05:00

SunflowerSisters Ovarian Cancer Blog: Happy New Year 2012: As the New Year rings in, we are reminded that January is Testicular Cancer Awareness month in Canada , affectionately known as Manuary . M...

Open for Business!

2012-01-03T21:03:00.003-05:00

Welcome to The Gift MD blog!
Please visit out website TheGiftMD.com - your source for gifts for awareness, for the patient and for the caregiver. It's what the doctor ordered!