Medical alert jewelry: Who needs it?

Who should wear a medical alert ID?  You should, if you have:

	a chronic medical condition,
	drug or food allergies,
	or take multiple medicines.

In an emergency, a medical ID bracelet or necklace can alert medical personnel to your individual medical issues and needs, speeding up treatment and preventing mistakes.

A medical alert ID is critical if you suffer from:

	food or drug allergies
	diabetes
	heart disease (arrhythmias, etc.)
	pulmonary conditions (asthma, etc.)
	epilepsy, seizures
	memory or mental impairment (Alzheimer's, brain injury, etc.)
	hearing or sight impairment
	stroke risk
	a rare disease

	having special needs, especially children
	taking multiple medications (prescribed and over-the-counter)
	taking blood thinners (Coumadin/warfarin)
	participating in a clinical trial
	having received an organ transplant

These situations clearly call for medical alert jewelry.  If your circumstances are less clear, consult your physician or pharmacist.  Also consider the peace of mind that a medical alert ID could provide.