Medic Alert ?

Hi Kim, I had RNY, but I would assume LAP Band would be in the same boat. I know that we cannot be intubated (sp?) without a medic knowing our condition or they could rupture our pouch. Also, those who had RNY cannot have NSAIDS (advil, motrin, etc.)... not sure about LAP Band. Some text that should go on the tag is: RNY DATE NO NG TUBE/NO NSAIDS I guess the reason I am leaning toward registering with Medic Alert is that you can store as much info in their computer as you want, and then I think they just issue a bracelet with their phone number. You can update your profile anytime too. I thought I'd get my first bracelet through them, then if I want some of the cuter ones, I could just order them and request the same info on the Medic Alert tag be engraved on those. Honestly, I don't want to go around wearing one all the time, but I thought that while driving, if I was travelling out of town alone, or out exercising, it might be a good idea to have one on. I'm still kind of thinking it out. Stacy

Thanks, Stacy. No one has told me about either of these situations. I should have one anyway because of a drug allergy but this is important. I'm not happy that they forgot to mention this. Namaste, Kim

I noticed the OH store carries Medical Alert "cards" but there are no pictures. does anyone know what they look like/say?

Thanks for bringing this up! I just ordered one from body illumination. Robin

I ordered 2 bracelets from www.bodyilluminations.com today. The first one is: Swarovski Crystal Butterflies w/toggle and charm medical alert. The second one is: Amethyst, Pearls, Bali Silver w/toggle. I love the medical alert charms. I feel that they are way more discreet than the medical bars. What is cool is that I only have to pay for the cost of 1 charm and I can order interchangeable replacement bracelets for a lower price. To top it all off, I spoke to Hollie and she is a sweetheart! She totally backs the jewelry we buy for as long as we own it. So if a clasp breaks after several years, she will replace it. Also, she provides after-purchase discounts for smaller sizes, all of her pieces contain genuine gold and silver, not plated materials that will turn your wrist green, and most pieces are gemstones or semi-precious gemstones. There are also less expensive pieces available, as well as anklets and necklaces, plus a customer may custom order anything they want and provide her a budget to work within. All in all, I think this is awesome! So if you have a moment go and check it out.

I can personnaly attest to the quality and the beauty of the bracelets sold on the www.bodyilluminations.com website. I have bought numerous bracelets from Hollie for both myself and my daughter. My daughter and I are both bypass patients. Hollie is a wonderful person and very accommodating. She goes the extra mile to ensure that her customers are more than satisfied with their bracelet(s). She does offer a variety of discounts for repeat customers. You know how some people have a thing about buying shoes or purses or whatever there little obsession is? Well, I have to admit, mine is Hollie's bracelets. I have been beyond pleased with each one that I have purchased. One of the things that I like most about Hollie's bracelets is that each one is unique. She will not duplicate a bracelet. She might make a similar one; however, you know that you are the only one walking around with that particular bracelet. Also, if you don't find what you are looking for on her website, she will custom design a bracelet for you. Another thing is that you can purchase matching earrings!!! Your initial bracelet may cost a little more than on another website; however, that is because it includes the cost of the initial ID tag. I can tell you that I have seen those same tags on other websites and they are quite pricey there as well. Once you have the ID tag, the interchangeable bracelets are very reasonable. I love Hollie's bracelets and I wouldn't dream of buying anywhere else!!!!

I have order from Medic Alert, it's a small price to pay for peace of mind. FYI I was also told that sometimes those decorate and pretty ones go unnoticed by some ER attendants.

I'm happy that you made your purchase of a medical ID bracelet/necklace from MedicAlert. However, I am glad that I have the opportunity to purchase a bracelet that is "pretty" and that I feel so much more comfortable wearing because it is "pretty". I'd be interested in knowing who told you that the decorated/pretty bracelets go unnoticed by some ER attendants? Was it someone from MedicAlert? If so, I would question as to what purpose they would tell you that? Was is because it is fact? And if so, where are those statistics published? Or, was it because they were trying to "make a sale"? Just curious! EMT's are taught to check wrists, ankles, necklaces and articles of clothing for medical information but also wallets for Medical Alert cards. There are those people who absolutely refuse to wear any kind of jewelry indicating that they have a medical condition. In lieu of that, they carry wallet cards. Heaven forbid that an EMT should decide not to check someone's wallet for a medical id card, as well as, identification. Heck, I even have a friend who has entertained the idea of getting her medical information tatooed on her chest!!! That's pretty radical if you ask me! You wouldn't believe the number of compliments that I have received about my bracelet(s) that I purchased from www.bodyilluminations.com. I find it hard to believe that it would go unnoticed by anyone, much less, an EMT who has been specifically trained to look for medical identification jewelry of all types. I sincerely hope that you enjoy your medical ID as much as I do mine!!!!