We Tested The Best Medical Alert Systemsโ€“Here's Our Top 10

Medical alert systems can provide lifesaving assistance in an emergency event, connecting users to dispatchers who can send for he...

By Jessica Lester Former Staff Editor

Best Medical Alert Bracelets: Reviewed In 2025

Medical alert bracelets are wearable alert systems that are compact and used to alert emergency services in the case of a medical...

By Chauncey Crail Contributor

Best Medical Alert Watches Of 2025, Reviewed By Experts

While traditional medical alert systems typically feature a base unit (to be placed on a countertop) and accompanying pendant or w...

By Emily Phares Staff Writer

Best Medical Alert Necklaces: Tested And Reviewed In 2025

Medical alert necklaces are wearable pendants featuring emergency call buttons and can be worn by individuals who are at risk of f...

By Tamrah Harris Contributor

Best Medical Alert Systems With Fall Detection of 2025

Elaine Shelly contributed reporting to this article. Fall-related injuries can pose a tremendous risk to older adults . In fact, t...

By Meaghan Harmon Staff Editor

How Much Do Medical Alert Systems Cost In 2025?

A medical alert system can provide a meaningful sense of safety and security for older adults who live alone or tend to spend long...

By Frances Gatta Contributor

How To Get A Free Medical Alert System

The monthly cost of acquiring and maintaining a medical alert system may challenge the budgets of some older adults. Thankfully, t...

By Elaine Shelly Contributor

We Tested The Apple Watch Fall Detection Review: Here's Our Experience (2025)

Falls can result in serious health complications for older adults, such as fractures, head injuries and even death. According to t...

By Heidi Borst Staff Writer

How Do Medical Alert Systems Work? What You Should Know

Approximately 36 million falls are reported among U.S. older adults in the U.S. each year, according to the Centers for Disease Co...

By Anna Baluch Contributor

The Best Life Alert Alternatives In 2025

Falls are a serious health risk for older adults and can reduce an individualโ€™s ability to remain independent. According to the Na...

By Emily Phares Staff Writer
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Forbes Healthโ€™s Medical Alert System content is supported by our Forbes Health Advisory Board. This panel of board-certified, experienced clinicians and practitioners helps to review our articles on medical alert systems and provides unbiased ratings.

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