A Buyer’s Guide to Medical Alert Systems

While you may not be concerned about your safety now, accidents and other unexpected health concerns become increasingly likely as we get older. For example, each year 1 in 4 people age 65 or older suffers a fall. After you've fallen once, your chance of falling again unfortunately doubles. Additionally, throwing out your back, unexpected bouts of vertigo, and other accidents are all reasons why having a medical alert system can ensure your safety.

The good news is that 90% of older adults who get help within one hour will be able to return home and resume their lives. Being proactive ensures that if an accident does happen again, the help you need is on the way.

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Medical Guardian devices are designed with all lifestyles in mind. Whether you're relaxing at home, working out at the gym, or visiting your doctor, we have an option to suit your needs.

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Cost is an understandable concern. However, the cost of not investing in a medical alert device can be more devastating than investing in one. Experts refer to the first hour after a fall occurs as the "golden hour." Receiving medical attention during this critical time has been shown to dramatically decrease medical costs and increase survival rates. After the first hour, treatment becomes riskier and is more likely to result in the need for rehabilitation and costly long-term care. For about $1 a day, you and your loved ones can feel the peace of mind that comes with 24-hour emergency response at the push of a button.

Your risk of falling increases with age. However, medical alert devices are helpful for non-emergency uses, as well. You can use Medical Guardian's non-emergency dispatch services at any time. Simply press the button on your medical alert device and connect with our 24/7 monitoring center. This is helpful if you're not feeling well, get stuck and need assistance, have flare-ups of a medical condition, endure an allergic reaction to food or medication, or if something is making you uneasy and you need someone to talk to.

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Cell phones are handy, but they don't replace the need for a medical alert device. Unlike a cell phone, Medical Guardian devices, such as the Mobile 4G's emergency wrist button, are water resistant, meaning you're protected even while in the shower. Because the devices are worn around the neck or on the wrist, help is always within reach. A single button press activates our medical alert devices, setting them apart from even the most user-friendly cell phone.

While some smartwatches and fitness trackers have safety features, they're not intended for emergency use. From start to finish, the MGMove was specifically developed for those at greater risk of facing a medical emergency. With a one-touch help screen that connects to 24/7 personalized dispatch and fall detection capabilities, the MGMove is the premiere device for on-the-go safety and peace of mind. Check out a more in-depth comparison here.

Medical Guardian has been a proven industry leader since 2006 with a long track record of reliability and real-world testing.

We're passionate about our products and proud that so many people choose Medical Guardian to protect their health and freedom. We use our own devices, and trust them to keep our loved ones safe, as well. Should you choose a Medical Guardian device, you become part of our family, a responsibility we do not take lightly. From day one, our success has come from putting our customers first.