Member Stories

Katelyn, 3, diagnosed with Nephrotic Kidney Syndrome, relies on a MedicAlert bracelet for emergency support due to improper kidney function and steroid treatment, impacting her behavior.

My Medic Alert bracelet will alert medical staff to the existence of my AUS should I ever be admitted to hospital in an unconscious condition as a result of a medical event or accident.

A life-threatening accident led me to join Medic Alert after breaking my foot and experiencing anaphylactic shock during surgery due to anesthetic allergies. Thanks to my Medic Alert, medical professionals are now aware of my allergies, potentially saving my life in case of emergencies.

Surviving a cardiac arrest 18 years ago, a Medic Alert Bracelet became essential for safety and confidence in daily activities. Family's timely first aid actions and St. Johns' intervention played a crucial role in saving my life.

MedicAlert's crucial role in an emergency situation involving an epileptic boy in a shopping mall.

With multiple health issues, quick access to vital medical information through the MedicAlert bracelet becomes crucial in emergencies, providing essential guidance to physicians unfamiliar with mycondition.

I have been a Medic Alert member for almost 20 years after I had a severe allergic reaction to penicillin. About 10 years ago my ID bracelet broke and I have been carrying it around in my purse thinking that I would get round to fixing it one day.

Battling with severe glycogen storage disease while growing up was challenging

If you have a serious medical condition and you can't communicate or get the words out like i couldn't then it can help save your life

I joined MedicAlert due to Myasthenia Gravis, a rare condition causing symptoms that resemble intoxication. To manage it, my immune system has been turned off to prevent further complications.

My doctor advised me to join after i had my kidney operation about 15 years ago, and also because i have allergies to certain meds, i have noticed everytime i go into the hospital or clinics they are always checking my bracelet.