Older adults and people of any age who have serious underlying medical conditions might be at higher risk for severe illness from COVID-19. Some of these medical conditions include heart disease, diabetes, asthma, lung conditions or disease, and HIV. For anyone living with health issues, the impact of lockdowns and home quarantine in daily living and managing chronic illnesses during a pandemic are significant concerns. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, public health emergencies and major …
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One of the most common questions about medical IDs is if emergency responders check for them. In a survey conducted by American Medical ID, 95% of responders look for medical …
Paracords are popular for being a handy bracelet or strap to have in an emergency. It can be used in so many ways but the most popular use for it …
It is unsettling and very unfortunate that approximately 3,000 people die each year from food poisoning while another 128,000 are hospitalized according to the Center for Disease Control. Furthermore, every …
Medical IDs are worn by many people with medical conditions such as diabetes, epilepsy, autism, and food allergies. The intention is to alert first responders of their chronic illness, allergies, …
“Purchased a new @americanmedicalid and changed the inscription to ensure that I receive epinephrine and that 911 is called!” – @Liladri317 Food allergy to fish or shellfish affects 2.3% of …
Every year, we ask our customers of how their medical IDs have made a positive impact on their lives. Their stories help us raise awareness of why medical IDs are …
Shocking data released by the National Safety Council (NSC) reveals that more than 2,000 children younger than 4 are killed each year accidentally. This National Safety Month, NSC encourages everyone …
A missing child is every parent’s fear and something that they hope never happens to them. Right with you one minute, and then with a blink of an eye, …
Since 1997, April has been designated as a special month for Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) awareness. According to the International Foundation for Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders, IBS affects up to …
Updated June 2015 One of the most well-known reasons for wearing a medical ID bracelet or necklace is so that a first-responder can have critical information during an emergency. We’ve …