by Jennifer | Apr 1, 2019 | Uncategorized
Arthritis is an inflammation of one or more of your joints. The main symptoms of arthritis are joint pain and stiffness, which typically worsen with age. The most common types of arthritis are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.(1) Traveling by ground is a great... by Med Transport Staff | Jul 13, 2016 | assisted living facilities, nursing homes, senior living, Uncategorized
It is estimated that 70% of people that are turning 65 will require long term care for an average of 3 years with one of those years being in a nursing facility.¹ Individuals age 85 and older represent the fastest growing segment of population currently and in the...
by Jennifer | Jul 28, 2015 | medical conditions, studies, Uncategorized
Parkinson’s disease is a disorder of the nervous system that affects movement and speech. Shaking is probably the most known symptom, and a person with Parkinson’s is unable to control tremors in their limbs. Recently, Danish researches have made some interesting...
by Med Transport Staff | Jun 17, 2014 | Long Distance Transportation, Med Transport Center, Uncategorized
Summer is a season of joy, beaches, and sunlight. It is also a time to give the skin some extra thought. This year, over 76,000 new cases of melanoma will be discovered in the USA, and many of these could have been prevented. There is a close connection between...
by Med Transport Staff | Jun 6, 2014 | elderly transportation, Frequently Asked Questions, long distance medical transport, Uncategorized
I need oxygen. Is it possible for me to travel? A. Absolutely. You need a portable oxygen delivery system. A portable oxygen concentrator holds compressed oxygen in a little tank. It usually comes with a carry case and/or a travel cart. These devices run on battery,...