Christopher

Bombay
Health Conditions
Published: 
12
September
2024
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In 1974, I made a life-changing decision to join MedicAlert, a decision that would prove invaluable throughout my life. Battling with severe glycogen storage disease while growing up was challenging, but MedicAlert's unwavering support and readily accessible medical information provided a sense of security and confidence.

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Seamus

Upper Hutt
Health Conditions

I joined MedicAlert due to Myasthenia Gravis, a rare condition causing symptoms that resemble intoxication. To manage it, my immune system has been turned off to prevent further complications.

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.

Sonja

Tauranga
Allergies

I have been a Medic Alert member for almost 20 years after I had a severe allergic reaction to penicillin. About 10 years ago my ID bracelet broke and I have been carrying it around in my purse thinking that I would get round to fixing it one day.

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