Medical ID jewellery is designed to draw attention to the presence of underlying health conditions, allergies, and other important information should you find yourself involved in an accident, with first responders able to use this ID to access the details and information they need to ensure you are offered the right support and administered with the right medication should you be unable to communicate what you need effectively.

There are many different instances where such a medical ID might be necessary, and as such the concept of medical ID has expanded in recent years to cover a multitude of ID formats and types – including jewellery, lifestyle accessories, and more. Here at MedicAlert, we offer a range of different products to suit different individual needs – with this blog introducing not only our vast range of medical accessories but also the different benefits and uses of them.

Why it’s important to use a Medical ID

If you have an underlying allergy or medical condition which could impact the treatment you require in the case of an emergency, or you are living with a long term condition like epilepsy or diabetes which could affect your health in different scenarios or situations, a medical ID is designed to ensure that anyone attending to or helping you can access that information efficiently.

Using a universal symbol which signifies the presence of important medical information, this ID can be worn on your person as a bracelet or necklace, and provides both crucial medical details and a membership number which allows the first or emergency responder to access more comprehensive detail as to your medical needs if required.

In short, using a medical ID ensures that your most important medical information is identified by those who need it, prior to administering treatment – thus ensuring that you are not given anything which could worsen your condition or could harm you in any way.

How a MedicAlert ID can provide crucial information to first responders

The way that MedicAlert ID works is by first highlighting the presence of important medical information, and then ensuring that this information is easy to access for a first responder.

The MedicAlert collection combines everyday wearable ID accessories with those lifestyle accessories which are used in certain situations and which ensure that information is always clear and easy to access – for example, sports jewellery, a car window sticker, a bike helmet tag, and wallet cards. While the Medical ID (bracelet or necklace) contains crucial information relating to the individual’s health and any underlying conditions, other lifestyle accessories point to the presence of the ID and make it easier than ever to ensure that such information is not missed.  

With that said, and with the importance of MedicAlert ID clear, what are the different types available through MedicAlert and how do you find the best one for you?

The different types of Medical ID and how they could work for you

Typically, most individuals with a MedicAlert ID will have both a wearable engraved tag and a series of accessories which highlight the presence of this medical ID on their person.

The engraved design of our wearable bracelets is such that they are durable and very clear to read, with other accessories generally used in addition as a way of drawing attention to the medical needs of the individual. And with wearable items for every corner of the market, including kids bracelets and sports medical ID bracelets as well as the standard and classic metal chains for men and women, it couldn’t be easier to find a medical ID which not only keeps you safe but also matches your look and compliments your lifestyle.

Just some of our most popular MedicAlert ID options include:

·        Silicone and sports bands for those who lead an active lifestyle

·        Metal chain bracelets for everyday wear

·        Car and bike accessories including helmet and car window stickers

·        Necklace tags

·        Additional ID tags to attach to keys and handbags

·        Pet ID tags

·        MedicAlert document holders

·        Beaded and more colourful bracelets, with a design to suit every wearer

·        Kids’ bracelets which both fit smaller wrists and combine important information with vibrant colours and characters

Finding the right MedicAlert ID for you means selecting those accessories and ID types which match your lifestyle and the activities you regularly partake in. And if you need advice and support on what medical ID types are right for you, our team are here to help.