What Information Do I Put on a Medical ID Bracelet?
In an emergency such as a car accident, you or your child may be left injured and unable to speak. A medical identification bracelet can give emergency responders important information such as medical conditions and allergies that could save your life or that of your child.
-
Personal Information
-
Your name and an emergency contact phone number should be listed on a medical ID bracelet. Choose to list your doctor or a relative who can easily be reached in case of an emergency. Including an address is not necessary except in the case of dementia patients.
Medical Conditions
-
List any medical diagnosis that may be important for responders to know in order to administer proper treatment, such as diabetes, bleeding problems, heart conditions and hearing or visual impairment.
-
Allergies
-
Allergies to insects, foods or medications should be included on your ID bracelet. This prevents medical professionals from administering incorrect medications and will help them determine if you are having an allergic reaction.
Medications
-
List prescription medications on your bracelet if space allows. Since medications commonly change, list only long-term or maintenance medications.
Advance Directives
-
Include advance directives such as Do Not Resuscitate, Living Will or Medical Power of Attorney information so your wishes are known and can be carried out if necessary.
-
