A child having a severe allergic reaction to peanut butter in the classroom, a diabetic whose blood sugar drops and becomes confused or passes out, a heart patient taking Coumadin who has just been in an automobile accident; these are just a few people who would benefit from wearing a medical ID bracelet or necklace according to recommendations in recent statements by institutions like the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Mayo Clinic and the National Institutes of Health.

We are excited to announce the addition of our new silicone flex medical id bracelets!  These durable, light-weight bracelets are available with interchangeable silicone bands.  Right now we have 8 fun colors to choose from.

The precise conditions of a medical emergency cannot be predicted, but ensuring that medical providers have accurate information can be absolutely crucial. Registering with an online medical registry such as with American Medical ID can prevent potentially life-threatening decisions and enable speedy treatment.
Drug interactions can be fatal, especially in an emergency situation where other factors may already pose a risk to the patient. An individual in a crisis situation might be unable to self-report drugs and treatment due to unconsciousness or distress. Medical ID jewelry can help pinpoint patients registered with significant medical conditions or allergies to certain medications. For example, an online registry can inform health care providers that a patient has a pacemaker or a particular illness, such as diabetes.

Where are you most likely to pick up the cold, flu or something more serious, like meningitis? At the office. Highly contagious viruses and infections like these are passed around by bacteria that have been left behind by a sick person or someone who doesn’t yet realize that he is getting sick. From investing in a medical ID bracelet to avoiding certain office areas, you can take steps to stay healthy at work.

Keep your hands clean

Bacteria left on common areas in the office can live through the entire day and infect everyone who comes in contact. Here are some areas often ripe with germs:

Being safe and saving the earth? It’s possible! For those of you that wear medical ID bracelets, you know how important it can be to keep them in good shape. Even with the most dedicated care, they can still fade or tarnish, becoming difficult if not impossible to read. This can cause problems for medical personnel who may need to provide you immediate care. Unreadable bracelets can be misread or illegible entirely, and if the time comes that you need critical care, their warning may go unheeded. Also, your bracelet may start coming apart or break entirely. What then?

Exercise is an important part of staying healthy, and you should also try finding a place to work out outdoors periodically. Not only is the fresh air great for your body, but the change of scenery might motivate you to keep a regular workout schedule. Exercising regularly has great health benefits, but you should also know how to stay safe when exercising outdoors as well. That’s where medical ID jewelry and other precautions can help!

The health benefits of regular exercise

Food allergies cause a variety of symptoms in children and adults alike. However, these allergies can be especially frightening for kids because the food allergy might be discovered at school, daycare or somewhere else that is not under a parent’s supervision. Find out why investing in a medical ID bracelet could save your child’s life and avoid complications.

The seriousness of food allergies in children

If you have any number of health issues that can require immediate medical attention or specialized care, you may already be aware of the benefits of a medical ID bracelet.  Here are some primary examples of people who would benefit from wearing one:

• People with chronic medical conditions
• People with moderate to severe allergic reactions
• Patients prescribed multiple medications
• Children with developmental disorders
• Elderly with cognitive disorders

A Mother’s Day gift can be both attractive and practical. When it is both, it shows thoughtfulness that any mother will appreciate. Nothing is more practical and thoughtful than helping your mother stay safe. Medical ID bracelets are perfect gifts for Mother’s Day. They are stylish, and they will be greatly appreciated if ever needed in an emergency.

In a medical emergency, anyone, including your mother, may not be able to express her needs or be able to speak. A medical ID bracelet will communicate necessary medical information to first responders in a concise, easy way. Medical personnel are trained to look for medical ID bracelets before giving treatment.

We’re pleased to announce that American Medical ID is switching our Affiliate Program to the HasOffers network.

Why Should I Promote American Medical ID?

Becoming an American Medical ID Online Affiliate can put easy money in your wallet or your organization’s budget. More importantly, this program can put those people at ease whose medical condition or allergy makes them susceptible to emergency. You may even help save a life!

Why Are We Switching Our Program?

Our legacy tracking software had become too slow, unreliable and extremely costly to maintain. After researching the many options we have elected to use HasOffers due to their simple interface and robust reporting.  This will be much easier for our affiliates to help promote our line of medical identification products.