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I want to start going on short walks I want to have one for safety as the heat is a trigger for seizures

August 3
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Members rallied around the question of getting a free or affordable medical alert bracelet for epilepsy safety during walks, with one helpful... Read more

Members rallied around the question of getting a free or affordable medical alert bracelet for epilepsy safety during walks, with one helpful tip standing out about the Epilepsy Foundation offering free bracelets through a direct contact. Several members suggested practical options including Amazon, the MyID website, and checking with state Departments of Health and Human Services or Medicare and Medicaid for possible assistance. A recurring theme was encouragement to stay safe, with tips like walking in cooler morning hours, bringing a friend, and always wearing an ID when going out.

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Go online to the medic alert website and see what they have-they may want You to pay for their help for a year. Their website shows You everything they have and You can choose the design etc You want.

August 4
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I tried getting one even subsidized, but u have to buy it. They have sales every once in a while but they usually showcase their specials on designer bracelets or necklaces. The paramedics used mine even though I hadn’t paid the yearly subscription; so they’re great for u to have on u whenever u go out. I don’t usually wear mine at home, but if I go anywhere I almost always put it on

August 4
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

With the heat here I haven't been able to get out and walk as long as I'd like and Ozzy also. Be careful if the same weather there where you live, heat w/ high humidity myself can't take.

August 4
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

It not free but you can buy a medical bracelet or necklace from a pharmacy, for a small amount of money.

August 3
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

That’s how I finally got mine- my dad bought it for me

August 15

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