4 mistakes to avoid when buying a medical alert system
It’s important to remember the phrase “a stitch in time saves nine” during health emergencies. Often, seniors or those with pre-existing health conditions are vulnerable to falls, accidents, heart problems, etc., wherein they need immediate hospitalization. In such cases, any delays can be fatal. Medical alert systems ensure that such emergencies are recognized immediately, even when one is alone at home. However, when installing a system, one should understand its mechanism and avoid some mistakes. Using a medical alert system as a cellular phone A common misconception is that those involved in a medical emergency can speed dial their loved ones. But a phone may not always be accessible to a person in such situations. Sometimes, it might be placed on an elevated surface, such as a table, and one might not be able to reach it. At other times, one may have placed their phone in a different room and might not be able to navigate to this room after an accident, heart attack, or a chronic health condition. On the contrary, a medical alert system is fastened to a person’s wrist or around their neck all the time. So, in case of an emergency, it immediately dials for help.
