by Jennifer | Feb 18, 2019 | arthritis, Tips, Transportation for seniors
Arthritis is most commonly seen in adults over the age of 65, but it can develop in children, teens, and younger adults. It is an inflammation of the joints affecting more commonly in women than men and in people who are overweight. It can affect one joint or multiple...
by Jennifer | Jul 23, 2018 | long distance medical transportation, Long Distance Transportation, non emergency medical transportation, Tips
Why would one choose to go by MED Coach instead of flying? Transporting someone by MED Coach or by MED Flight is much simpler than trying to transport someone with medical needs on a commercial flight. When traveling on a commercial airliner there may be hassles with...
by Jennifer | Jul 22, 2015 | ALZHEIMERS, dementia, Other, studies, Tips
Most of us know sleeping is important, and the average person needs between seven and eight hours per night. A lack of sleep can lead to a row of side effects such as headaches, obesity, heart disease, diabetes, and depression. New research also shows lack of sleep...
by Jennifer | Jun 17, 2015 | ALZHEIMERS, dementia, medical conditions, patient transport services, Tips
Lately, there has been progress in Alzheimer’s research, and an increasing body of evidence points towards habits healthy for the brain making a big difference in developing the disease, and in slowing it down. Eating right is good for the body, and for the brain. A... by Jennifer | May 5, 2015 | ALZHEIMERS, dementia, Frequently Asked Questions, Tips
A large number of persons affected by Alzheimer’s disease, other forms of dementia, strokes, mental illness, and traumatic brain injuries are unaware of being sick. Many will claim there’s nothing wrong with them, and if anyone’s sick, it’s the person bringing up the... by Jennifer | Mar 27, 2015 | Frequently Asked Questions, Long Distance Transportation, support, Tips
Moving can be an ordeal at the best of times, even when a person is in great health and the move is voluntary. It doesn’t become any easier with medical conditions and a possibly unwanted move to an assisted living facility. In a best case scenario such a move is a...