Inspiring True Organ Transplant Story

The Holidays are a time to be around family and loved ones. It's a time to reflect on our lives and realize how lucky we are. Health is a precious gift which is often taken for granted. e-pill devices do not just help people remember to take their meds but they also bring families together. They give families the peace of mind that their loved one is taking their medication and feeling better.

There are many people that are in need of an organ donation. SC was unaware of the urgency until 4 years ago when her husband was diagnosed with renal failure.She then became well versed on organ donation awareness and education, realizing how many people wait for an organ transplant every day. SC and her husband agonized for 4 years with the uncertainty of when or if he would receive a kidney transplant. Since the diagnosis of SC's husband renal failure he had been on dialysis four times a week for about 3 1/2 - 4 hours each visit. Dialysis was a grueling process but was necessary for his health. SC was a dedicated wife whom helped her husband cope and deal with the illness to the best of her ability. It took a lot of strength and patience to live with their new reality.

About four years passed and SC received a phone call from her husbands doctor. The call was out of the blue and totally unexpected. The doctor gave SC news that they had a kidney for her husband and that he needed to go to the hospital immediately. "It's truly amazing how one phone call can change your outlook on life.", SC stated. That same day SC's husband had surgery and was given a new kidney. After surgery SC was educated on the outpatient care of her husband by the nurses. They told her that his recovery relied heavily on his medication adherence. If her husband does not adhere to the medication his body could reject the organ and he would have to go back on dialysis.

SC knew she had to help manage her husband's medication regimen. She needed something reliable and trustworthy. She purchased the e-pill CADEX 12 Alarm and the e-pill 7 Day x 4 Large Capacity Pill Box. The combination of those two products gave them the both the peace of mind that he would take his medication on time and never miss a dose. SC's husband has been adhering to his medication regimen. He found that it was simple to incorporate into his daily routine. SC's husbands levels continue to improve and normalize. SC and her husband are thankful for the guardian angel who gave them the gift of life.

The donated organ allowed SC and her husband to have a new outlook. The little things that we all take for granted like eating spaghetti and meatballs (a renal patient is not able to eat high potassium foods) or visiting friends and family out of state is now attainable after the transplant. SC and her husband are able to enjoy life as a "normal" family without worrying about the day to day struggles of dialysis. They had a wonderful Thanksgiving and look forward to celebrating Christmas with their new outlook as an early Christmas present.

To find out more about organ donation visit http://donatelife.net/

Update

We're Keeping in Touch!

Here at e-pill we are all about medication adherence. Medication adherence means taking medication as prescribed. Many people have a problem remembering to take their medication while others have the issue of taking too much medication. We have worked hard at helping patients remember to take their medication since our start and over the past few years we have put in effort to fight prescription drug abuse. Here's a synapse of what we've been working on:

Medication Adherence Fact Sheet

There is an urgent need to educate the U.S. about medication adherence. We have compiled current statistics to keep patients and health care workers informed on the facts of medication adherence.

e-pill MedTime SAFE

Prescription drug abuse is on the rise across the country. Many people face the problem of taking too much pain or psych medication. Some people are victims of medication theft and need a device to securely store and dispense their medication. We now provide a multiple locked automatic tamper proof pill dispenser. We have created a video so you can take a look at how it works.

New Products to Help you Remember your Meds

We're continually trying to provide patients and health care providers with the best medication adherence devices. We've been hard at work and this year we've been proud to introduce some new devices to the e-pill family.

e-pill CADEX Platinum

http://www.epill.com/cadexwomen.html

e-pill CADEX V8

http://www.epill.com/cadexv8.html

e-pill MedGlider Home

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00PIXKDB0

e-pill MedGlider Lazy Susan

http://www.epill.com/lazysusan.html

Tips from Katie Couric on Growing Old with Grace & Gadgets

Growing old is not for the faint of heart, it takes courage and aid to take on such a feat. The Katie Couric Shows blog has compiled a list of gadgets and technology to help out those whom are aging or someone aiding another with the aging process.

Growing Old with Grace and Gadgets

Tech Support
Seniors who utilize technology can remain more independent and connected than seniors who do not. If you don't have time to help your aging parent with teaching them tools of technology there are many adult education courses that cover the internet and basic computer skills. (http://www.seniornet.org/ & http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ovae/pi/AdultEd/index.html)

Sensible Sensors
Sensors can be placed on objects to track certain behavior or routine tasks. (http://www.mylively.com/) There are also cameras that can be placed in the home of loved ones to allow monitoring and a way to stay connected. (https://www.dropcam.com/ & http://getpiper.com/)

Keeping in Touch
Some seniors may not be ready to dive full into technology with a smartphone in hand but there are mobile phones made specifically for seniors. The Jitterbug is designed with seniors in mind with large and easy to read buttons. (http://www.greatcall.com/products/jitterbug)

A Step in the Right Direction
As people age memory problems may arise. Many children of aging parents want to be able to keep track of their loved on. There is now a shoe accessory available that is slid into a shoe and able to track the location of the person wearing it. (http://www.gtxcorp.com/platform/products_and_service)

The Pill Problem
Most seniors are taking medications on a daily basis. It is easy for many people to forget even a simple medication regimen. e-pill is the premier distributor of medication reminders. We offer a variety a gadgets to help seniors remember to take their medication. The products featured on the show were the e-pill TimeCap, CADEX Platinum, and the e-pill Station. The e-pill Station or the Pill Service Station is an impressive pill dispenser and tipper combination. Katie Couric's impression was,"Wow that's cool!". This device stores medication and dispenses it only when the medication is due. The device is locked to avoid medication errors. (http://www.epill.com/)

Can You Hear Me Now
Hearing is one of the most common abilities that begins to diminish as we age. Many seniors need help in order to hear as optimally as they used to. There are hearing aids which are bluetooth connected and have the ability to receive phone calls and even the Siri application (iPhone) through the aid. (http://www.starkey.com/hearing-aids/technologies/halo-wireless-hearing-aids)

Cleaning Up
Cleaning duties are usually not kept as hobbies and with an aging parent chores can become even more tedious with physical inability. There are now robotic vacuums available which allow people to keep their house clean without the physical exertion. The Moneual Rydis H68 Hybrid can clean carpets and hard floors. (http://moneualusa.com/index.php/shop/hybrid-robot-vacuum-cleaner-rydis-h68-pro.html)

Source:
http://katiecouric.com/videos/technology-for-aging-parents/
Katie Couric's Best Tech for Aging Parents

National Donate Life Month

April is National Donate Life Month!

Did you know?
- There are currently over 121,955 people waiting for an organ.
- An average of 18 people will die each day waiting for an organ.
- The largest group waiting is from 18-49 years of age.
- Living donors can donate a kidney and parts of their liver, lung, pancreas, or intestine.
- Living donors can be evaluated to help a friend, family member, or even donate anonymously to patients on the wait list.

Register to be an Organ, Eye and Tissue Donor today! More information available at:

www.organdonor.com

image source: www.donatelife.net

Asthma in Children Infographic

Asthma is a serious condition that affects many people and with children it can be especially dangerous. We’ve made an infographic to help keep you informed.

Tips for Uncluttering the Medicine Cabinet

1. Simplified Bee: Medicine Cabinet Makeover

http://www.simplifiedbee.com/2012/02/organized-functional-style-medicine-cabinet.html

2. Delightful Order: Moving the Medicine Cabinet

http://blog.delightfulorder.com/2011/04/moving-medicine-cabinet.html

3. Real Simple: Medicine Cabinet Organizing Tricks

http://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/organizing/bathroom/medicine-cabinet-organizer-00100000094737/index.html­­­

          Have you ever reached for medication to only find that it's expired? When it comes to Spring Cleaning medicine cabinets are usually last on our list. It's a task that can seem tedious but can be really simple. We have compiled some links on medicine cabinet organization to help you tackle the task. We hope that these tips and tricks will help you avoid the "oh-no-meds-are-expired" moment.

          Yesterday, I took on the challenge of organizing my medication and my medicine cabinet. Before I started the task I did some research on what other people did and what worked for them. I found three really great websites that I listed above. The first thing I did was to start organizing the types of medication and checking expiration dates. There was so much medication that had expired! Many of the medication staples that I thought I had recently purchased were two years out of date. I quickly realized I would have to restock on my must-have medicine cabinet items.

          I followed Delightful Order's technique by labeling the baskets and containers that I put my medication in. The cabinet was already looking a lot more organized and tidy. I used some information I gathered from the Real Simple tips and put items that are used less often at the top with regularly used items placed on the bottom. I also followed their tip on condensing items. I had cotton swabs and balls that were taking up a lot of room by placing them in smaller jars. They looked great and gave me more space to work with.

          I was pleased with my progress but I knew there was still more work to be done. I followed Simplified Bee's tips and organized all of my cosmetics together. I used decorative cups to hold my makeup brushes and mascara. I put all of my nail tools in their own cup as well. It felt great to have everything tidy and orderly. It's not only easier for me to find medication and items that I use, but it also looks wonderful as well!

Product Review of the e-pill Multi-Alarm Plus

We are excited to share Stephanie’s review of our product the e-pill Multi-Alarm Plus is a award winning Parkinson’s blogger. She agreed to review the e-pill Multi-Alarm Plus and said the device helped her remember to take her medications as prescribed.

http://stephanie-thejourney.blogspot.com/2014/03/e-pill-multi-alarm-plus-review.html

The Wait is Over!

Over the years the e-pill CADEX watch has helped tens of thousands of people to help to remember to take their medication. There has been many customers that have requested that our highly effective CADEX watch be made in an elegant style. The wait for women looking for a stylish medication reminder watch is over! We are introducing the e-pill CADEX Platinum. This medication reminder watch comes in three different sizes. The band expands which allows you to easily remove or put on the watch. Feel better and avoid medication errors with the stylish e-pill CADEX Platinum. http://www.epill.com/cadexwomen.html

e-pill STATION Will Help Out Mom & Dad

Have you noticed that mom or dad is having trouble managing their medication during your Holiday visit? The e-pill STATION may be the product for them. It received a 5 star rating on Amazon. Click the link for the client testimonial of our e-pill STATION.
http://www.amazon.com/Dispenser-pill-Dispensing-institutional-independent/product-reviews/B00DC4QZ0U/ref=dp_top_cm_cr_acr_txt?showViewpoints=1