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.

Father’s Day is fast approaching, so why not surprise Dad with a unique gift that lasts a lifetime? Forget golf balls, tacky ties and oversized bath robes. A personalized gift is sure to please, especially when it involves something that dear old Dad may not be as attentive about: his health. If you want to give a gift with a little panache that serves a purpose, consider medical ID jewelry.

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