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Medical IDs for Children in School

Having your child wear a medical ID at school can help to save their life in the event of a medical emergency. The ID provides valuable information for the child’s teacher, classmates, and first responders about their condition, any relevant medications, and emergency contact information. In...

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Medical ID Options When Traveling

Along with the holiday season comes one of the busiest travel times of the year. If, like millions of other people, you’re on the move over the holiday season, having the right medical ID is crucial and can save your life in the event of an emergency. Here’s a quick rundown on medical IDs to wear...

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Medical Alert Bracelets for Kids: The Ultimate Quick Guide

People of all ages can benefit from wearing a medical alert bracelet — even kids! Medical ID bracelets offer valuable information to first responders in the case of emergency, especially for children, who might not be able to explain all their medical conditions or remember emergency contact...

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Getting a Medical ID for a Family Member

Wearing a medical ID can be lifesaving if your family member or loved one has chronic health conditions, especially if it causes them to lose consciousness or otherwise be unable to advocate for themselves. Purchasing a medical ID from American Medical ID allows you to combine crucial medical...

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How to Get a Do-Not-Resuscitate (DNR) Bracelet

A Do-Not-Resuscitate (DNR) order is put in place in medical settings when a patient and their family decide that they do not want to receive CPR if their heart stops. It is important to note that a DNR order does not mean "do not treat." One way to alert healthcare workers to a DNR status is to...

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Medical IDs for Women: Everything to Know

As an integral part of a woman’s daily wardrobe, a medical ID needs to transition seamlessly from the home to the workplace to the gym to a night out. That’s where American Medical ID comes in. The wide variety of different metal types, bracelets, and necklaces offered make it easy to select the...

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How to Get a Medical ID Bracelet

Having a medical ID bracelet can save your life in the event of a medical emergency, but with so many different options available, it can be hard to know where to start. Here’s a quick rundown on how to get the right medical ID for you. Different Options At American Medical ID, you can select from...

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How to View a Medical ID on a Locked iPhone

In an emergency—especially if you are unresponsive—allowing a medical professional to access your digital medical ID can save your life by providing crucial details about your medical history. Here’s a quick rundown about how to set one up on your phone. Using the iPhone’s Medical ID Apple’s...

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Are Medical ID Bracelets FSA Eligible?

A flexible savings account (FSA) is a type of savings account used for healthcare expenses that lets you set aside pretax funds for future use. Medical ID bracelets are included in the healthcare expenses that can be paid with FSA funds. Here’s a quick rundown about FSAs and how to use your FSA to...

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Medical IDs for People with Developmental Disabilities

Some people with developmental disabilities can have difficulty communicating or be unaware of important information such as their full name, emergency contact, allergies, or health conditions. In these instances, it can be extremely beneficial to wear a medical ID to convey this information....

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Wearing a Medical ID Band for Runners

Medical IDs can be helpful for everyone—especially runners! Even people without any specific diagnoses often choose to wear a medical ID to keep themselves safe just in case. A simple slip and fall while out running can result in circumstances that make a medical ID literally lifesaving. At...

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Stainless Steel vs. Sterling Silver vs. 14K Gold Medical IDs

As you select your medical ID from American Medical ID, one thing to consider is the material that your medical ID will be made from. Three common types of metal for medical IDs are available for purchase: stainless steel, sterling silver, and 14K gold. Here’s a quick rundown of the different types...