Medical ID Bracelets - Knowledge is Power

By Lisa Hobyak  |   Submitted On March 03, 2009

There is no better example of" knowledge is power" like wearing a medical ID bracelet. These bracelets are designed to quickly notify emergency responders of a patient's condition. Vital information engraved on the back of the bracelet allows the medical community to assess life saving information without the patient's response.

Despite the benefits, many people opt not to wear their medical ID bracelet because it is ugly or "not cool." Teenagers and young adults are particularly sensitive to their image. They don't want to be labeled as "different" and certainly don't want to wear jewelry advertising their condition. Undeniably and without a doubt, wearing a medical ID bracelet saves lives.

Fact: It is estimated that more than 150 people die a year from a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) to food. At least 40 deaths occur annually in the United States from reactions to insect stings. A severe allergic reaction occurs in .5-5% of the U.S. population as a result of insect stings.

Fact: The prevalence of food allergy among children under the age of 18 increased 18% from 1997 to 2007.
Fact: As many as 15% to 24% of people in the U.S. will experience acute urticaria (hives) and/or angioedema at some point in their lives.

Fact: Many diabetics suffering from hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) have been treated as being drunk.

Fact: Over 400 Americans die annually from an allergic reaction to penicillin.

Manufacturers of medical ID bracelets have been striving to design bracelets that mix fashion and style with function and purpose. Wearing an ID bracelet on your left wrist identifying your specific medical information, can speak for you when you can't.

Hope Paige Designs offers a trendy and fashionable alternative to the traditional medical ID bracelet. Visit http://www.hopepaige.com

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