Emergency Health Information

What is emergency health information?

• It is good to prepare for medical emergencies by carrying on you at all times emergency information containing your critical health information and emergency contacts.

• Your health information communicates to emergency responders what they need to know about you if they find you unconscious, confused, in shock, or just unable to give information. This is especially important if, for example, you have a health condition, allergy, implanted device or are taking medications that could be life-threatening if you do not have it available. Without your carrying this important information, emergency care for you may be less appropriate and even dangerous.

• Another option or in addition, you may choose to wear a Medic Alert tag or bracelet available at http://www.medicalert.org. This identification jewelry can be engraved with important health information. An 800 number keeps your current medical information on file. Medic Alert may also be ordered from your local pharmacy.