Medical identification tag

It is also possible that a device carried by an unconscious person may not be their own, or not be up to date, with concomitant risks to health and legal liability of medical personnel.

In addition to QR codes there are now products that include an embedded RFID chip that allows a first-responder to simply tap their phone against the device.

Typical conditions or prescriptions warranting the wearing of such a tag include but are not limited to: In addition to mention of the relevant medical condition(s), the tag may have a telephone number that medical personnel can call for more information, for example that of physician, care-giver or next of kin.

Where applicable and provided, the wearer's national health service user number can enable access to a more detailed case history.

Tags are available with pre-engraved conditions or can be custom engraved with your specific medical histories and have the benefit that all information is self-contained and does not require any form of technology to view in case of an emergency.

By scanning the NFC Tag or the QR code with a smartphone, you will reach the stored medical alert information.

Modern mobile phones typically have a facility to gain access to the owner's medical emergency information (only) from the lock screen.