Chicago, IL - July 23, 2013 - Better Business Bureau serving Chicago and Northern Illinois (BBB) is warning consumers of automated calls promising them a free medical alert system. The system is ...

Dear Action Line: People are calling and claiming to be with Medical Alert, saying they need information "to confirm shipping instructions." Based on your advice, I told him to take a hike! Did I do ...

While cell phones are essential tools in ensuring a loved one’s safety, medical alert services offer features that take remote care a step further — and that step can certainly be life-saving. Read on ...

A reliable medical alert system can provide peace of mind and independence for adults aging in place, recovering from surgery and more. These systems allow quick access to medical help, friends or ...

CHICAGO (AP) — The Better Business Bureau is warning senior citizens about a phone scam promising them a free medical alert system. The agency says the automated calls claim that someone has ordered ...

Deb Hipp is a freelance health and medical writer and editor who lives in Kansas City, Missouri. She is a former investigative reporter with more than 25 years of experience as a journalist and writer ...

Tamrah Harris is a registered nurse and certified personal trainer through the American College of Sports Medicine. She is the founder and CEO of Harris Health and Wellness Communications. She has ...

Thanks to medical alert systems, a person in distress can reach emergency authorities at the push of a button — or, in some cases, not even that. With features like automatic fall detection, ...

MICHIGAN CITY - Police in Michigan City are warning us of a new scam targeting seniors. Here is a news release detailing the scam from the city's police department: I'VE FALLEN AND I CAN'T GET UP! Who ...

How can I encourage my elderly parent to use a medical alert device? If you have an elderly parent, you've probably had some sleepless nights over them living alone. Even if your parent is still ...