Breast Cancer

Breast Cancer Survivors and Patients Encouraged to Have Medical History Readily Available

Published in Women's Health Weekly, October 29th, 2009

In the United States, a woman is diagnosed with breast cancer every three minutes, according to the American Cancer Society. Except for skin cancers, breast cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer among woman.

To help fight this disease, eMed-ID, the world's first emergency medical information device franchise, will donate $10 for every pink Personal Health Records (PHR) wristband sold to raise awareness during Breast Cancer Awareness Month. This pink wristband, as well as other optional styles, contains a USB device that has an individual's personal health history, medications taken, allergies, etc. eMed-ID's proprietary device is designed to expedite emergency...

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Source: Women's Health Weekly (2009-10-29)

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