Handband in the News

Children’s safety is always paramount in the eyes of parents. This is especially true if your child suffers from a specific medical condition or allergy. Luckily, Mediband is able to provide peace of mind in case an unexpected event should happen. Fiona Copland from Dumfries has two daughters, aged six and three, who both suffer from asthma, as well as a 16 month old son who has a lactose intolerance. She carried out an internet search and came across the Mediband site. Fiona says: “The girls used to wear SOS bracelets but they both hated them because they were so heavy. Jewellery had to be taken off during PE at school as well, which also meant it was left there quite often. I was after something light that would be safe to wear at all times. As these bands are fashionable at the moment, it ticked all the right boxes.” Continue reading →

MEDIBAND CASE STUDY Parents are always keen to ensure the safety of their children at all times, and when your child suffers from a medical condition or allergy, this becomes even more important. Nicky and Rich Marshall, who live in York, both understand the peace of mind a medical ID bracelet can offer. Their son, 10 year old Owen, suffers from allergies to peanuts, dust mites and tree pollens. Nicky performed an internet search and came across the UK Mediband site. As part of Owen’s condition, he carries epi-pens, but has recently come to an age where he goes out more frequently on his own. He also has a number of sporting interests which means he is regularly left in the care of teachers and coaches, and needs to communicate his allergies. Rich Marshall comments: “Owen suffered one severe reaction a few years ago but we have, thankfully, been able to manage his condition extremely well since. He goes out and about with his friends during school holidays, and has also recently been on several residential school trips, where he is away from us for several nights at a time. Wearing a Mediband has provided us with reassurance that if something should happen, his condition can easily be identified. From Owen’s point of view, he has much more freedom, and the Mediband is subtle enough to be ‘cool’ in Owen’s eye, which is crucial!” Continue reading →

Princes William and Harry have expressed their sadness at the devastation caused by the deadly Victorian bushfires in a message broadcast to crowds at tonight's Sound Relief concerts in Sydney and Melbourne. In their address, the royal brothers spoke of watching the tragedy, along with the Queensland floods, unfold on television from London. They said the disasters were "far from over'', and commended the efforts of firefighters who battled the blazes. "Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you,'' Prince William said. A minute's silence at 7.45pm was followed by a performance by Kylie Minogue who sang an a cappella version of I still call Australia home. "I think the minute's silence said more than any of us could say,'' she said. Minogue told the crowd she wanted it to "be my biggest gig ever, if all of you are prepared....to sing with me.'' Continue reading →

A PRIMARY school has backed down over a "misunderstanding" in which a pupil was ordered to remove a bushfire appeal wristband. Grade five student Luke Bate, 10, had been told by a teacher at Seaford Park Primary to remove the yellow rubber band, which he wore as a show of support for victims of the Victoria fires tragedy. But in...

Marathon world and Australian record holder, Deborah De Williams is challenging herself to run 20,000kms in 365 days in an effort to raise money for breast cancer research. The 12 month journey, which commenced in October 2008, will take Deborah through Cowra on Wednesday, January 7, 2009. Continue reading →