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Types of medical alarm systems
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Medical identification jewelry medic alert
Wear medical identification jewelry so
that prompt medical treatment can be obtained. From the young to the
elderly, from the sick to the healthy, everyone at one time or another faces a
situation where their life literally depends on speedy action.
When it comes
to medical jewelry, there two types to chose from. The cheapest method is to
buy a pendant or locket that fits your medical chart inside and requires no
annual fees. With this system, vital medical information is safely and
confidentially stored inside the fire/crush/waterproof casing...and it's only
the size of a nickel. The other common method is to wear an emblem or piece of
jewelry that can alert medics of your condition and provides a number to call.
There are many services that you can chose from.
There are a wide range of styles. Perhaps you would
like to wear a tag that attaches to your watch or to give a young diabetic
child a medical alert charms for their bracelet? If you decide to go with the
service contract behind the bracelet/tag look for standard features like:
- 24-Hour Emergency Response Service - Supported by
on-site Registered Nurses, that relay your vital medical information to
emergency personnel.
- 24-Hour Member Services Contact Center - Make free,
unlimited updates to your file, order a new emblem, or ask a question at any
time. Someone who cares will always answer the call. Providing support for
our members 24/7, around the clock.
- Family Notification - To call your family contacts
and notifies them of your situation, so you won't be alone in an emergency.
- Medication Dosage Service - To stores your
medication dosages, which emergency medical personnel often need.
- Online Access and Updating - Make instant changes
to your personal record, including change of address, adding/discontinuing
medications, and new physician information.
- Information Storage - Store information such as the
brand, model, and deactivation instructions for medical devices and
implants.
- Advance Directives - You can also store your
state-recognized written Advance Directives and Do-Not-Resuscitate orders.
There is often an additional fee for this service.
- Privacy - All medical and personal information is
stored in a secure electronic health record database, and is never
distributed to unauthorized personnel or organizations.
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