Medical escort services are often considered for patients with serious illnesses and medical conditions. But they can also provide vital assistance if you must travel after an injury. For example, a cracked sternum, spinal injury, or brain injury could make flying risky, especially over long distances. Having support from a medical escort for travel with…
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What to Do Before You Travel With A Chronic Medical Condition
People who want to travel with a chronic medical condition may be surprised at the resources available to them. By planning ahead and packing carefully, many people can enjoy the fun of travel – even overseas – without aggravating or worsening an existing illness, injury, or disease. Here are a few steps you should take…
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SentinelMED: Using a Medical Transport to Move Elderly Family Members Closer to Home
Multigenerational living is on the increase in the United States. According to the Pew Research Center, 14% of older adults who live in someone else's household are the parent of the person with whom they live, up from 7% just a generation ago. Moving can be stressful under any circumstances, but using a medical transport…
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When to Consider Non-Emergency Medical Transportation
If you have a family member who needs non-emergency medical transport, you may be tempted to drive them yourself. However, it may not be the best, most comfortable, or safe choice for you or your loved one. If you have days or weeks to plan ahead, you have many short- and long-distance transport options. “Non-emergency…
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