Seamus

Upper Hutt
Health Conditions
Published: 
12
September
2024
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I joined MedicAlert mainly because I have a Medical Condition called Myasthenia Gravis. It is a rare condition. There are many symptoms that can be mistaken for everyday situation such as being drunk. Sometimes I become dis-orientated, my speech may slur and I am unsteady on my feet. Before being diagnosed a lot of my friends thought I was drunk when they saw me trying to cross a road. The condition prevents the use of voluntary muscles. The immune system see the messages from my brain to the muscles as a foreign body and it prevents them getting through. To prevent this happening my immune system has been turned off.

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Lesley

Taumarunui
Allergies

A life-threatening accident led me to join Medic Alert after breaking my foot and experiencing anaphylactic shock during surgery due to anesthetic allergies. Thanks to my Medic Alert, medical professionals are now aware of my allergies, potentially saving my life in case of emergencies.

Maree

Auckland
Health Conditions

My doctor advised me to join after i had my kidney operation about 15 years ago, and also because i have allergies to certain meds, i have noticed everytime i go into the hospital or clinics they are always checking my bracelet.

Hannah

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Health Conditions

With multiple health issues, quick access to vital medical information through the MedicAlert bracelet becomes crucial in emergencies, providing essential guidance to physicians unfamiliar with mycondition.

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