Emily Breaux

Emily Breaux is a health and wellness writer for HelpGuide Handbook specializing in medical alert systems. She has hand-tested more than 20 medical alert systems to go beyond the surface level and share details with readers they would only know from using the device. Emily loves combining her background in education and testing expertise to create helpful, no-nonsense content to empower readers and their loved ones.

She is a contributing writer for National Council on Aging and has written healthcare, higher education, tech, and legal content for nationwide brands. She received her BA in English Secondary Education from Louisiana State University and a Certificate in Gerontology from Delgado Community College.

Latest articles from Emily Breaux

Senior Safety Technology Best Medical Alert Bracelets: Worn, Tested, & Reviewed by Us in 2024

We chose the best medical alert bracelets after spending more than 5,800 hours researching and hand-testing more than 10 bracelets. We noted comfort, response time, ease of use, and other factors when selecting our top picks.

November 14, 2024 | By Emily Breaux

Senior Safety Technology Medical Guardian Medical Alert System Review: Our Top Pick

Read our expert Medical Guardian review to learn about our firsthand testing experience, costs, features, and more.

November 13, 2024 | By Emily Breaux

Senior Safety Technology Top 4 Medical Alert Necklaces Selected by Our Testers

Read our in-depth review to see what stood out to us after hand-testing and wearing these products.

November 13, 2024 | By Emily Breaux

Senior Safety Technology How Much Do Medical Alert Devices Cost in 2024?

Device costs consist of monthly monitoring, equipment, shipping fees, and extra add-ons, like fall detection.

November 08, 2024 | By Emily Breaux

Sleep Best Mattresses of 2024: Tested and Reviewed by Sleep Experts

After researching mattresses, surveying 600 consumers, and consulting with sleep experts, we determined the most important qualities to consider when buying a mattress. Then, we put our top picks of the best mattresses through rigorous testing to ensure they meet our high standards. Here’s what we learned.

November 01, 2024 | By Nicole Hernandez, PT, DPT

Senior Safety Technology 3 Best Medical Alert Watches of 6 Expert Tested

We tested fall detection, step tracking, GPS monitoring, and more to compile our list of the 3 best medical alert watches.

October 23, 2024 | By Emily Breaux

Senior Safety Technology Fall Risk Facts & Statistics

Review the most recent statistics on older adult falls and learn prevention strategies and tips.

August 12, 2024 | By Emily Breaux

Sleep Best Memory Foam Mattresses of 2024

Our sleep experts tested and researched the most popular memory foam mattresses. Here are the ones that stand out.

July 10, 2024 | By Emily Breaux

Healthy Living Trifecta Meals Review: Is It Worth It in 2024?

We tried more than 10 Trifecta meals to see if we’d recommend this prepared meal service. See why one of our testers wouldn’t order Trifecta meals again.

July 09, 2024 | By Emily Breaux

Sleep Bear Mattress Review, Tested by Experts in 2024

The Bear Original mattress is an affordable, all-foam mattress. We recommend the firm mattress for stomach sleepers and higher-weight sleepers. Learn more about our experience to see if this mattress is right for you.

June 03, 2024 | By Emily Breaux

Sleep Nectar Mattress Review (2024) | Affordable Memory Foam Mattress

The Nectar Memory Foam is our top pick for side sleepers looking for pressure relief and a soft, cradled feel. See how this mattress impressed and disappointed us during our Handbook Team testing.

May 16, 2024 | By Emily Breaux

Senior Safety Technology How We Review Medical Alert Systems

Learn how our experts research, test, and review senior safety technology.

October 16, 2023 | By Emily Breaux