Medical Alert Bracelet

[Nancyjr]

I’ve had a medical alert bracelet since I was diagnosed T1 in 2015. I have a pump and am allergic to penicillin and sulfa drugs. My family doctor urges me to wear one. I have my medical conditions and family emergency contact information engraved on it. EMT will have the important information that could save my life.

 

[Waka]

Yes I have one and find it a must when I'm out alone walking.

 

[Penny Kingma]

Are they recognized worldwide?
Also with language barriers?
I also have a life threatening allergy to penicillin and high sensitivity to sulpha.
These concerns crossed my mind when I walked alone in 2016

 

[happymarkos]

I’ve had a medical alert bracelet since I was diagnosed T1 in 2015. I have a pump and am allergic to penicillin and sulfa drugs. My family doctor urges me to wear one. I have my medical conditions and family emergency contact information engraved on it. EMT will have the important information that could save my life.
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I have had two hospital visits spanning 5 Caminos. Each in emergency for the day only. Spanish medical staff were frustrated as I did not have a printed copy of medical history and current medication.
Now carry these details.
BTW the treatment and tests were first class. Just mention “peregrinó “ and they were very attentive as it distinguished me from tourists.
Happymark

 

[Jamieb]

No medical conditions but husband a little concerned about me traveling alone - he purchased a nice ID bracelet for me from RoadID - has my name, hometown, his phone number and a second phone number on it in case of an emergency.

 

[happymarkos]

No medical conditions but husband a little concerned about me traveling alone - he purchased a nice ID bracelet for me from RoadID - has my name, hometown, his phone number and a second phone number on it in case of an emergency.

Hello Jamieb
Not sure which Camino you will be walking. For what its worth I have seen many solo women walkers and they usually pal up for some stages with another woman or group including women. Ages ranging from early 20s through to 60+. It may be of interest that in 2018 the statistics show more women registered at the pilgrims office than men.
Buen Camino
Happymark

 

[Sho]

I got a metal medical wallet card in Spanish from StickyJ, which is linked to a website where you can enter your information and staff can click a translation button. I've also got a thin silicone bracelet that says "see medical card" in Spanish.

 

[SacredSteps]

I take certain medications and my wife (wisely) suggests that I carry ID & medical information. I found a great bracelet company that makes custom tags: www.roadid.com I've got one for my wrist and one for my rucksack. Highly recommended.

 

[Felipe]

Yes, medical attention in Spain is first class. But do not suppose that every local hospital in little towns is up to date with electronic gizmos. I suggest you go as low tech as possible.
In an emergency situation, paramedics will look for your passport or ID, so they can identify you. If needed, this could be a good place to put a card with written and in Spanish basic medic and contact info.

 

[Icacos]

....... paramedics will look for your passport or ID, so they can identify you. If needed, this could be a good place to put a card with written and in Spanish basic medic and contact info.

I never thought of this until now, but I guess if you’re not on any particular medication and are not allergic to anything, likewise, it would be a good idea to record such information too.

 

[AshleyF]

Yes, medical attention in Spain is first class. But do not suppose that every local hospital in little towns is up to date with electronic gizmos. I suggest you go as low tech as possible.
In an emergency situation, paramedics will look for your passport or ID, so they can identify you. If needed, this could be a good place to put a card with written and in Spanish basic medic and contact info.

Just my 5 cents worth here as someone who wears a medic alert bracelet (Epilepsy) and travels internationally quite regularly [...and whose had some medical issues while travelling abroad - most recently in a little town in Germany].
(1) Paramedics and first responders are trained to look for a medic alert bracelet.
(2) Language shouldn't be a problem. The Medic Alert symbol is internationally recognised and should contain the name of the illness (in my case it says "EPILEPSY" quite clearly). It shouldn't be a problem for a first responder to know what that is or quickly Google it to see "Epilepsia".

While my bracelet also gives my ICE details, a good suggestion would be to save your ICE number on your own phone under ICE. I have had difficulties before when someone trying to reach my ICE was ignored because they were dialling from a number that was not recognized and therefore not taken by my ICE.

On a more general note always try to name an ICE who doesn't travel with you. [Husbands/Wives take note!] In the case of emergency, you wouldn't want someone trying to call the person sitting next to you (and presumably in the same mess you are!).

 

[K Turner]

I’ve had a medical alert bracelet since I was diagnosed T1 in 2015. I have a pump and am allergic to penicillin and sulfa drugs. My family doctor urges me to wear one. I have my medical conditions and family emergency contact information engraved on it. EMT will have the important information that could save my life.
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I have my medical info on one side and my ICE contacts on the back.