News from Butler & Grace - medical and personalised jewellery

As our parents get older, it’s our responsibility to make sure they are getting the help they need. And it’s a conversation we need to handle with care.

In this blog, we’ll share how you can offer a helping hand to your beloved parents in the comfort of their own homes. From recognising the signs that they need assistance, to crafting conversations full of empathy.

Transitioning from high school to university marks the first step towards independence. But what if you have a medical condition? How can you ensure you have the best possible experience attending university with a medical condition?

In this blog, we will share tips on how you can understand your condition better, how to build a strong support network, how a routine can keep you on track, and how to keep your emergency contacts close so you can get the best uni experience as possible.

Living with Multiple Sclerosis can present challenges such as limited dexterity and mobility, loss of sight and speech. During an emergency you might not be able to communicate what’s happening, what medications you’re taking or any other vital medical information that is needed for first responders to treat you accurately.

In this blog we will explain the importance of wearing a medical bracelet for MS and how it could help save your life or get you better treatment in an emergency.

This blog will explain the ups and downs of lymphoedema and how a medical bracelet can support you in an emergency.

This blog will explain the benefits of wearing a medical bracelet if you have epilepsy or a seizure disorder. It could help you in your daily life as well as providing you with an easier option for communicating your condition to others.

Diagnosing fibromyalgia can be difficult as there’s no specific test to diagnose the condition. And the symptoms are like those of several other conditions. Medical jewellery quickly alerts first responders of your condition and other medical conditions that may or may not be associated with it.

Have you ever noticed that some people need a little extra help when going out for a walk, either by using a walking stick, frame, or wheelchair? Usually when you think of this, it’s usually older neighbors that come to mind. But what you didn’t know is that they might have Parkinson’s Disease. In this blog, we will explain why wearing a medical bracelet for your Parkinson’s is beneficial and how it may save your life in an emergency.

Deciding what information to engrave on your medical bracelet can be confusing if you have more than one medical condition, allergy or medication. It’s important to remember your options to avoid making mistakes.

Here are 5 common mistakes people make with their medical bracelet ...

To make it easier to identify medical information in an emergency situation, there are two commonly used symbols that medical staff are trained to look out for. What are they? And which one should you choose for your medical alert or ID jewellery?

If you come across a medical emergency and need to call for help, these tips will make sure that your call to 999 (UK) or 911 (USA) is as successful as possible ...