What’s Worse Than ALS?

Having raised over $100 million for ALS, the #IceBucketChallenge was fun, funny, and hugely effective. But it brings to light an interesting paradox: that the diseases whose research we donate most to fund are not the ones that most of the population is most likely to die from.

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Is the Paleo Diet Good for Diabetics?

Over the past several years, low-carb diets have been gaining traction, proving to be more effective for maintaining a healthy weight. And for all intents and purposes, this type of diet is ideal for those with type-2 diabetes, with evidence being corroborated by a study published in Diabetologia. 

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Will a Portable Oxygen Concentrator Work for You?

Supplemental oxygen can be prescribed for a variety of conditions. Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POCs) have become more readily available in recent years, offering a compact, lightweight solution for home oxygen therapy, but it’s important to remember that not all POC products are created equally. When choosing a POC, there are a number of questions a user must consider. The American Lung Association offers these tips on choosing a POC. 

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We Aim to Reduce Confusion in Healthcare

At Symbius Medical, we strive to help our customers choose the best products and services to suit their needs, while assisting them in navigating the new healthcare landscape.

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Some Facts About Nebulizers

When a nebulizer is prescribed, myriad myths and misconceptions can enter into a patient’s mind, but nebulizers are simple to use and an effective form of treatment.

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Ensuring Continuous Quality and Compliance

After nearly 20 years in the medical device industry, we are more dedicated than ever to improving the quality of life for our customers. To keep abreast of what’s happening in the various industries and markets we serve, and to ensure our business practices continue to be in line with our mission, we have created several committees.

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Symbius Medical in Ranking Arizona Top Ten

At Symbius Medical, we believe the right thing for the customer is the right thing for us, and this philosophy drives every decision we make. Clearly, we’re doing something right, because voters placed us in Ranking Arizona’s Top Ten Home Health Supply providers.

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Can Building Muscle Mass Lead to a Longer Life?

As a population, we are bombarded on a daily basis with theories about how to extend our lives. A new finding indicates that when older Americans have more muscle mass, they are less likely to die prematurely.

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Counting Calories with Apps and Online Programs

Spring is right around the corner, which can prompt many to begin thinking about diet and exercise; the most important catalyst for paying closer attention to these life elements, however, is general health and well being. A good way to jumpstart healthy eating habits is by maintaining a daily food log.

For our customers, overall good health is best. At Symbius Medical, we want to improve our customers’ lives by providing exceptional service, education and compassionate care.

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Exercising as You Age

There’s a holy trinity of overcoming not-so-great health, as well as attaining and keeping good health: eat well, get enough sleep, exercise regularly. Recent studies indicate that, regardless of when it’s started, physical activity facilitates healthy aging in older adults. 

Regardless of age when an individual begins exercising, the benefits will be seen immediately, with improved mood and energy levels, and later, with a potentially increased lifespan and better overall health and cognition. Combined with eating healthfully and getting enough sleep, this holy trinity is easily attainable by mere mortals.

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Helping You Choose Aids for Everyday Living

At Symbius Medical, our company slogan states that what’s right for you is what’s right for us, which means that we’re there when you need us. Our goal is to ensure you receive not only the right product, but also the information and education you need.

The Symbius Medical customer service department is available to answer your questions and we will even take care of processing your insurance claim with your primary or secondary insurance provider. Visit us online at http://www.symbiusmedical.com, or contact our friendly customer service representatives at 800-948-1868. 

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