Secondary Check (3 of 3)

Secondary Check (3 of 3)

• Medical information tags may identify allergies, medications, or medical conditions.

 

A medical identification tag is a small emblem or tag worn on a bracelet, neck chain, or on the clothing bearing a message that the wearer has an important medical condition that might require immediate attention.

The tag is often made out of stainless steel or sterling silver. The intention is to alert a paramedic, physician, emergency department personnel or other first responders of the condition even if the wearer is not conscious enough or old enough to explain.

Some people prefer to carry a wallet card with the same information or add a stick-on medical ID tag