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Check for MedicAlert emblems on pulse points Read information on reverse for hidden medical conditions, allergies and any advance decisions Call emergency number on reverse - 020 7407 2818 for full medical details, legally binding advance decision documentation and next of kin information Emergency number Medical conditions Membership number International medical symbol Phone: 0800 581 420 www.medicalert.org.uk [email protected]

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Check for MedicAlert emblems on pulse points Read information on reverse for hidden medical conditions, allergies and any advance decisions Call emergency number on reverse - 020 7407 2818 for full medical details, legally binding advance decision documentation and next of kin information

Emergency numberMedical conditionsMembership numberInternational medical symbolPhone: 0800 581 420 [email protected]

What is emergency medical identification? Some people have hidden medical conditions, allergies or advance wishes about their care. Emergency identification means that they can carry this information with them on a bracelet, sports band, watch, dog tag or necklace. These may look like an ordinary piece of jewellery but can be identified by the MEDIC ALERT symbol which includes the internationally recognised medical symbol Some information is engraved on the back of the Emblem More information can be accessed by calling the emergency number, (020 7407 2818) engraved on the back of the Emblem. This information is reviewed by our medically trained professionals and kept up to date. MedicAlert hold legally binding advance decision documentation

Important for medical professionals to:Check pulse points for this identificationRead information on reverseCall emergency number for further details