After a recent life-threatening medical event in our family, I want to share this important information to help you be better prepared. If you, your family, or friends are unable to communicate with emergency personnel—whether unconscious or otherwise incapacitated—it can be extremely difficult for responders to understand your medical conditions, allergies, medications, and emergency contacts. This can delay critical care and hinder their ability to reach the right people who can speak on your behalf. However, if this vital information is stored and updated on your phone, first responders can access it, even if your phone is locked, allowing them to provide timely treatment and potentially save your life.
Here are instructions to add this crucial information to your iPhone or Android phone:
For an iPhone:
For an Android phone:
TIP: Set a recurring date on your calendar to review and update your Medical ID entries every quarter, as any of this information may change (especially medications), and it is critically important that medical personnel are aware of potential drug interactions.
