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Diabetes

Diabetes Alert Day 2020: A Wake-Up Call on Type 2 Diabetes

March 24, 2020, is American Diabetes Association Alert Day. It is an important day for raising awareness of type 2 diabetes and in encouraging the public to take the Diabetes Risk Test. This test only takes 60 seconds to complete and can instantly tell users if they’re at risk of type 2 diabetes....

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General Articles

First Responders Trained to Look for Medical Alert IDs, DNR Orders

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 alert jewelry around a patient’s neck or wrist. EMS protocols in the US and around the world include searching for a form of...

General Articles

Amber’s Lupus Journey

A medical ID is recommended to anyone living with a medical condition. In an emergency, it can easily and effectively communicate a chronic disease, such as Lupus, to first responders. I knew little about systemic lupus erythematosus (lupus) until I was confronted with my diagnosis in 2012 at the...

General Articles

This Healthy Travel Packing List is Recommended by the CDC

New research shows that travel is the top bucket list goal for Americans. If you are planning your next trip, The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers an extensive list of health-related items to consider packing. This list can help you feel more prepared and enjoy more peace of...

Medical ID Products

How our Paracord Medical IDs Are Supporting Refugee Women Artisans

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 (because of its strength) is outdoor adventures. Just like a medical ID, a paracord can help save your life in the most challenging situations. Paracord...

Rare Diseases

Debra’s Multiple Sclerosis Journey

A medical ID is recommended to anyone living with a medical condition such as Multiple Sclerosis. Photo credit: Kiki Charles The hardest thing for me about multiple sclerosis (MS) is its unpredictability. At age 36, I escaped from an abusive relationship and rebuilt my life. By age 44, I was...

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Health News

Why Fake Medical IDs Are Not Funny

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, or medications even if they are not conscious enough, old enough, or too injured to explain. According...

Food Allergies

Bethenny Frankel's Allergy to Fish Raises Awareness on Medical ID Bracelets

"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 the US Population. Approximately 6.6 million Americans are affected by seafood allergy which often develops...

General Articles

Over 100 Homeless Veterans Receive a Personalized Medical ID at Houston Stand Down Event

American Medical ID is proud and honored to be one of the corporate volunteer groups that participated in the 25th Houston Stand Down event. This initiative has been supporting our homeless and at-risk Veterans since 1993. The term “stand down” refers to the brief period of time a soldier leaves an...

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Customers Reveal Medical IDs Help Reduce Fear, Increase Peace of Mind

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 important and give us an inspiring look at how our customers are living their life to the fullest, despite the challenges of living with...

Tips and Tricks

Anti-Stress Hacks to Try This Stress Awareness Month

April is Stress Awareness Month and for health care professionals, it is a special opportunity to increase public awareness about stress, its causes, and negative effects. More than 1 in 4 Americans describe themselves as "super stressed" and a study shows that 77% Americans regularly experience...

General Articles

Stylish Medical IDs to Wear in 2018

Medical IDs are an important accessory for people living with medical conditions. They’re a simple yet effective way to communicate crucial health information during an emergency. Once considered plain, boring, and unfashionable – medical IDs now have a variety of styles that can match the latest...