This fact alone reminds me that wearing a MedicAlert® bracelet can save my life by enabling a medical officer to decide on the best course of action, so that I recieve the best care and facilities in the event of an accident…!

MedicAlert® “speaks for you when you cannot speak for yourself”, even in the case of power cuts…

So get your MedicAlert® bracelet today… still the best deal in town!

Visit our website or contact a MedicAlert Consultant today.

MedicAlert® Foundation of South Africa is in the process of designing a new membership updating structure for 2012. And we are inviting all members to make use of the opportunity to pay your annual FEE online before 7 February 2012.

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Thank you to all the members who took the opportunity to support Uncedo and other special offers in our shop this last year. We have very few 2012 Diaries left…. Order now to get your own special MedicAlert® Diary before they’re gone. MedicAlert® was so busy towards the end of the year that we sold out of our ‘Beaded Bracelets’, but don’t worry new supplies have been ordered and are on the way. And we will do our best to keep you posted on the arrival of the new MedicAlert® jewellery and products.

As you know South Africa has over one million orphans, many of which are suffering serious medical conditions. Because of their environment these poor children are more exposed to danger and the likelyhood of an accident. These children are often ‘Wanderers” and most carers find it difficult to provide safe care and support.

MedicAlert® annually supports over 300 children by providing them with MedicAlert® members services.

We would like to help more children and we need your help to do so. Join our clicks2dream programme.

The clicks2dream program gives you the opportunity to join us and make a difference to 300 children’s lives for ONLY R 100!!

For only R 100 YOU get to buy your personal DREAM SHARE, upload your picture, your Facebook profile and write　your personal message on MedicAlert online Wall!!…A fun, meaningful way to create change.　

CLICK Here to learn more!!”　

The MedicAlert® consultants are waiting for your call on 0214257328 or email

info@medicalert.co.za

Visit clicks2dream, CLICK now, BID and SHARE with your friends….

Together we CAN!

MedicAlert® will be providing Identity bracelets to 300 children diagnosed with Diabetes, Epilepsy and Mental Challenges to provide their carer’s peace of mind and the kids the freedom to enjoy their lives to the fullest….

YOU can help us make sure that all children are able to feel safe and that in the case of a medical emergency their parents or carer will be reached and the best medical decision will be made. All kids need MedicAlert identification bracelets, all kids need to be safe, and all kids need the best we can provide…..

Together we can help 300 vulnerable kids to feel safe and live life to the fullest. And it is so easy..

Just CLICK here

We advise all our members to ensure that their MedicAlert® membership is paid and that all of the information is correct. You can update your medical history by sending an email to info@medicalert.co.za or by calling the office (on 021-4257328) where a Consultant will update your records.

You can also order your silicon band or other jewellery on-line, by clicking here

The Board and Staff of MedicAlert® wish all the members a happy Xmas and prosperous New Year!

The office will be closed from 23 December – 3 January 2012.

Contact: 021 425 7328

email: info@medicalert.co.za or visit

www.medicalert.co.za

Usually by around the 16th of December most industries have shut down for the annual holiday break and millions of South Africans are returning to their families and home-towns to celebrate Xmas. Many South Africans will travel long distances by car or mini-bus taxi overland as this is often the most affordable or convienient way to get back to family, friends or holiday destinations. The increase of cars and mini-bus taxis on our major roads will also increase the chances of being involved in or seeing motor accidents and emergency medical incidents while travelling. The MedicAlert® Foundation of Southern Africa is working hard to encourage members to make a concerted effort to drive safely and responsibly over the holiday period. However, in the event of an accident or emergency, “MedicAlert® will speak for you when you are unable to speak for yourself”.

As your MedicAlert® bracelet is able to give the correct life-saving information to first respondents, MedicAlert® would like to encourage members to update their medical information and to purchase our new improved MedicAlert® emblems, which will ensure that first respondents are able to provide the best information in the case of an emergency.

Due to the large demand for bracelets and MedicAlert® renewals the deadline to order jewellery for XMAS is 12 December – so order your Xmas presents NOW….

The MedicAlert® Foundation of Southern Africa has partnered with Clicks2Dream which is a project that aims to create awareness and the mobilisation of resources for MedicAlert®’s Uncedo Project, which provides membership to vulnerable children in South Africa who are in need of our support. Poorer communities have the highest ratio of children living with Epilepsy and Diabetes who are participating in sport. MedicAlert® would like to give these children the chance to live their lives to the fullest and reach their potential by empowering them and their families or carers with peace of mind, and first respondents with the much needed life-saving information in the case of accident or emergency.

In South Africa there are more than one million children living in extreme poverty and in child-headed households. These children are badly in need of our support.

Support a vulnerable child…. For more information visit www.medicalert.co.za

There is no such thing as ‘mild’ diabetes. Diabetes is always serious. If it is left untreated or is not well managed it could result in a variety of complications. Heart disease, blindness, and kidney disease are some of the complications.  With early diagnosis, patient education on all facets of the condition and with special emphasis on diet, medication and exercise these complications can be delayed and even be prevented, dramatically reduce the cost of diabetes care, as well as reduce serious diabetes-related complications.

Pharmacists, particularly those practicing in community, hospital or managed healthcare settings play a vital part in advising and educating patients how to manage diabetes and reduce complications.  It is also important to wear an identification emblem at all times especially if an emergency arises;   just one phone call can give the first responder access to all medical details allowing timeous response and action that could be lifesaving.

Since 1964 MedicAlert® has been protecting people throughout South Africa from tragic and fatal mistakes in emergencies with their world-renowned MedicAlert® emblem. Speedy and efficient medical care especially in emergency situations is essential to saving lives.   Emergency Medical Services, paramedics, nurses, doctors and other health professionals are often forced to take critical decisions under difficult circumstances and in most cases without access to all the information they would like to have.

By being a MedicAlert® member and wearing a MedicAlert identification emblem one call could save a life!   In an emergency it may be just as vital to know who the next of kin is as it it to know the medical details.

Join today visit www.medicalert.co.za  or phone 0861112979

Global Diabetes Walk online entries NOW open

This year the Global Diabetes Run/Walk in Cape Town is on Saturday the 19^th November from 7am. It is set in and around the rejuvenated recreational area of Cape Town’s new landmark, The Cape Town Stadium and the Green Point Urban Park.

The routes for the 5km and 10km run and walk will maintain its course along the Sea Point Promenade, starting and finishing at the South Forecourt of the Cape Town Stadium…

…to find out more and join in this fantastic event, visit our the DIABETES SA & GLOBAL RUN/WALK!

This explosion of diabetes is happening worldwide; and developing countries like South Africa are the hardest hit as those most at risk are predominantly traditional communities which are undergoing rapid lifestyle and cultural changes due to modernisation. Although all groups are affected, people born of Indian descent are more likely to develop diabetes as they are born into a gene pool that makes them unusually susceptible to diabetes.

Research has shown that patient education and motivation can dramatically reduce the cost of diabetes care, as well as reduce the risk of serious diabetes-related complications. It is of the utmost importance that precautionary measures are in place if you are a diabetic i.e. if you are currently taking insulin medication, a family member or friend should know how to give you a Glucagon injection. It is also very important to wear an identification emblem at all times, especially if an emergency arises; just one phone call can give the first responder access to all of your medical details allowing timeous response and action that could be lifesaving.

To join MedicAlert® visit our website  or phone 0861112979

Visit our website and “Become a Friend of MedicAlert®” today, donate R200 towards the UNCEDO Project and get an Exclusive 2012 MedicAlert® Diary absolutely FREE…

The UNCEDO Project aims to raise the funds necessary to provide services to members of the community who are living in poverty and who are less fortunate. Through the UNCEDO Project MedicAlert® continues to provide membership to vulnerable children and orphans. The funds also make sure that MedicAlert® can continue to maintain medical records and ensure that Medical staff, in the case of emergency, have access to vital information which is needed to provide the best care for these children.

By donating R200 today, your pledge will ensure that the good work of the MedicAlert® UNCEDO Project can continue to care for our children into the future. Donate R200 today and you will also receive our first ever…. Exclusive 2012 Medical Diary Free…

At MedicAlert we know that you will do everything you can to protect and care for a loved one suffering from Alzheimer’s, but unfortunately you can’t always be there to watch over and protect your loved ones.

Statistically six out of 10 people with Alzheimer’s will eventually wonder, and you can never know when this is going to happen. However MedicAlert in partnership with Dementia SA has developed a special partnership to support our members who afflicted with Alzheimer’s disease.

Please visit our website to learn more about how MedicAlert can help your family live with Alzheimer’s disease.

Organ donation is about far more than just giving up an organ.  When you agree to be an organ donor, you can give a critically ill person the chance to have a life that was never possible before.

There are currently 3 500 people in South Africa  waiting for a life-saving organ transplant, however there is a massive shortage of suitable donors.  When you visit the Organ Donor Foundation’s website, you will be able to access vital information regarding organ donation. Once you know what Organ Donation is all about, you will know that your donation can make a difference, so discuss it with your family and then register today to save a child’s, a mother’s or a father’s  life. You never know: that person may be someone close to you…

Because of the Organ Donor Foundation, Marguerite Oelofse (23) was the recipient of a new heart, and now has a “second chance” at life which she says she “intends to lead with the true dignity and intention of its meaning”.

Marguerite Oelofse tells us her story, “six years ago I was fortunate enough to undergo a heart transplant that saved my life! Tests had revealed that my heart was enlarged and that the muscles had thickened which (the doctors told me) was resulting in my blood not being properly pumped throughout my body. I was dying and I needed a new heart!  After 10 years of pain and struggle, I was finally blessed to receive a suitable heart donation. In the capable hands of Dr Susan Vosloo – who specializes in transplants for younger patients in Cape Town – I received miraculous intervention; and my second chance at life”.

“I am now 23 years old and a healthy young woman. I can proudly stand here today and share my passion for life – my second chance at this beautiful journey – knowing that it wasn’t always like this; I once couldn’t breathe without assistance”.

To make sure your wish to donate an organ and give the Gift of live make sure you are amember of  MedicAlert® join now

We at MedicAlert greatly appreciate all of your support,and since December (2010) 47,286 people have visited our website at an average of 500 hits a day, please keep on visiting and do not forget to sign on for our newsletter.

We invite all members to share their stories of how MedicAlert® provided peace of mind to our members! Please send your story to info@medicalert.co.za  or write an article for our blog on www.medicalertsa.wordpress.com