’Tis the season…to be stressed out about what to give loved ones as a holiday gift. Look no further than Simply Medical for a range of quick-to-ship products that are useful and will last a lot longer than that candle you’ve been meaning to wrap for Aunt Joanie. For Your Parent Who Loves Discussing His Medical Ailments Give a loved one the gift of easy health monitoring … [Read more...] about Simply Medical Holiday Gift Guide
November is Men’s Health Awareness Month: Grow a Beard To Raise Awareness
Movember, one of the leading organizations for men's health, aims to address the most significant health issues faced by men in this day and age — prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and mental health with their No-Shave November campaign. So, how can you participate? Why Grow a Beard to Raise Awareness About Men's Health Men have a five-year lower expectancy than women, … [Read more...] about November is Men’s Health Awareness Month: Grow a Beard To Raise Awareness
National Family Caregivers Month
November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time to recognize, support, and raise awareness of the dedication and hard work of family caregivers. In America, family members are the number one support system for older adults, people with disabilities, and ailing individuals. It can be difficult work, and it often goes unrecognized. How did this national observance come into … [Read more...] about National Family Caregivers Month
Halloween: How to Decorate Wheelchairs and Walkers
It’s the spookiest time of year, but decorating for Halloween doesn’t have to be scary. While spooky wheelchair décor might not be the first thing that springs to mind when the leaves begin to fall, decorating wheelchairs and walkers for Halloween is a great way for seniors to get into the spirit. Below are some simple ideas for adding a touch of spookiness to wheelchairs and … [Read more...] about Halloween: How to Decorate Wheelchairs and Walkers
Types of Gauze: Buying Guide
Medical gauze is a highly absorbent material commonly used for bandages, dressings, and other wound care. Usually made from cotton or rayon, gauze is available in many different forms, from rolled strip bandages to absorbent pads and sponges. Types of Gauze There are two primary types of gauze: woven and non-woven. Woven gauze may be fine and soft or very loose and coarse … [Read more...] about Types of Gauze: Buying Guide