Medical ID bracelet

[Marci671]

What do you guys think of these? Good idea or not? Just curious.

[Hidden]

Hi

Off the top of my head, I can't think of a reason against one. I have in my wallet a current list of my medications and a list of my physicians. Also, on my cell phone, I have an I.C.E. notice. In case of emergency, it lists my health issues, medications, and contact numbers. After doing research on this I learned that first responders and ER staff look at cell phones for this information and go through a wallet when the patient is non-responsive.

I hope that helps.

[Bet117 NKF Ambassador in reply to Hidden]

I agree with you,

Mr._ Kidney, as I do the same.

My husband and I carry a 10 pt. typed slip of paper in our wallets which is visible when you open the wallet with "medical" visibly written.

It contains our name, DOB,

Emergency contact numbers, medical diagnosis' medications/ dosages/time of day/ prescriber, allergies, name and phone number of our PCP; in my case, my nephrologist, family medical issues as well as name of hospital and address to transport to.

We also have names listed as ICE listed in our phone contact list.

When we go to a doctor's appointment, we give it to the CNA as to keep records updated rather than verbalize and return it to our wallets after.

From personal experience, it is invaluable.

[orangecity41 NKF Ambassador]

I do not see why not. Imagine there are apps for this too for a smart phone , but not everyone has one. Are their electronic bracelets for this?

[CNeb]

Since I’m a runner, I picked up a RoadID bracelet. EMT’s are trained to look at the wrist. I wear it all the time when out, not just when working out. They can call an 800 number or log into their secure website to get your medical history, insurance info, and contact information. roadid.com

[Cmossman]

Hi Marci,

I have ADPKD and unruptured aneurysms. I attend a support/educational group for Cerebrovascular patients and the common theme I learned from all of the doctors and patients recovering from strokes/aneurysms was that getting help quickly was imperative. I also learned that sometimes in younger people an ischemic attack can be mistaken for being drunk or under the influence due to the symptoms of slurred speech and impaired mobility. My family, friends and co-workers know what signs to look for, but I found myself paralyzed with fear about going anywhere alone in case something happened while I was by myself. I ordered several medical alert bracelets and it helped me regain the confidence to go places alone. I also inscribed that I have ADPKD and certain allergies on the bracelet as well. I didn’t really care for the ones offered through medical supply companies but I did find some great options on Etsy to have them custom made. I got several different metal finishes that are identical with verbiage and the medical alert symbol. I purchased bracelet cuffs that I wear every day from BlueCorner Creasigns Etsy shop, the item is called Medical ID bracelet, sorry for some reason it won’t let me post the link.

[DadviceTV]

I have all of my information on my cell phone and it's setup for people to easily see my conditions, medications, and emergancy contacts (including my 2 main doctors). My mom has worn a medical bracelet for as long as I can remember for her allergies, diabetes, heart issue, and CKD.

I used to not think of making this info easily available - until I passed outside the ER due to my kidneys failing. While in the ICU one of the nurses walked me through how to put the information in my phone so that it is easy to find in an emergancy (which I hope to never need).

If I didn't carry my phone with me all the time, I'd consider getting a stylish bracelet made.

James @ Dadvice TV

[BabbetteFrank]

I wear a bracelet that states I don't have a spleen and that I am CKD Stage 3. It also has home phone and husband's cell numbers and names my medical clinic. I'll have to look into the phone app.