Diabetes Identification

This form of identification is worn or carried to make people aware that you have diabetes. It alerts medical staff or the emergency services that you have diabetes and is particularly useful if you are at risk of severe hypoglycaemia (very low blood glucose levels leading to loss of consciousness).

If you suffer from a rapid drop in your blood glucose and this causes you to get in an accident. When the emergency services arrive, if you are not displaying medical ID showing that you have diabetes, they could delay getting the right diagnosis, when all you need is some fast-acting glucose to help bring your blood sugar level up to normal.

Benefits of carrying diabetes medical identification abroad

Another factor to consider is when travelling with diabetes. Foreign language can be a difficult barrier if you don’t understand or speak the language. Carrying some medical identification in the language of the country you are visiting is vital and you shouldn’t take the risk of not wearing ID. The word “Diabetes” is recognised in very many countries nowadays.

What diabetes medical indentification is there?

There are various different types of diabetes medical ID some of which are listed below. Most common types are bracelets or necklaces. Another type of medical identification for people with diabetes is a medical information card which can be carried in a wallet or purse.

What companies offer diabetes medical indentification?

From bracelets and pendants to watches and necklaces in gold and silver there is a huge range of different types and styles to choose from.

Below is a list of medical identification suppliers online together with a brief description of the range each provides. You can also narrow your search by price and specific features to find the one that best fits your taste and style. Below are also companies which offer custom medical identification jewellery for people with diabetes.

The ID Band Company

www.theidbandco.com

Fine Chain Stainless Steel Engraveable Bracelet

A fine chain with small ID tag featuring a “hanging” medical symbol charm; this bracelet is ideal for the smaller wrist or when finer jewellery is preferred.

Provided with a free presentation / gift box, these ID bracelets are made from stainless steel and are available in 6″, 6.5″ and 7″ (15.2 / 16.5 / 17.8cm).

PRICES FROM: £21.00

VIEW FULL RANGE: www.theidbandco.com
 

Premier Chained Diamond

This is a beautiful medical ID pendant featuring a polished stainless steel diamond shape with a premium link chain.

Provided with a free presentation / gift box, these ID pendants are made from stainless steel and are supplied with a 24″ chain as standard (we can shorten the chain for you).

We can engrave up to 5 lines of text (13 characters per line) on the reverse of the ID pendant.

PRICES FROM £21.95

VIEW FULL RANGE: www.theidbandco.com

Shoe ID Tag

Our shoe ID tag is a must for runners, cyclists, mountain bikers and walkers.

• Highly reflective thanks to the 3M Scotchlite silver reflective material – great for jogging or riding in low light conditions.
• Small, lightweight and discreet (measuring 2.75″x1.00″ – weighing less than 5 grams).
• ID card kept securely and discreetly inside the inner pocket of the tag, out of sight during normal use.
• Easily updated. A spare ID card is included and additional packs of cards can be purchased.
• 100% Waterproof & tough. No matter what your sport, your ID is safe and secure.
• Fits securely and does not move around when in use.
• Fits most footwear with either laces or Velcro™ closures.
• Each card allows you to record:
  - Name, Address, Emer. Tel. 1, Emer. Tel. 2, Doctor, Doctors Tel., Meds. / Allergies, Other Info.

PRICES FROM £11.99

VIEW FULL RANGE: www.theidbandco.com

MediBand

www.mediband.com

Rubber Diabetic Bracelet

Unlike traditional metal identification bracelets, Mediband Wristbands are made of food grade silicone, easily sterilised and are 100% hypo-allergenic (non-toxic). They have soft, rounded and pliable edges that are less likely to catch on foreign objects and are designed to safely break and snap if enough force is applied.

PRICES FROM £2.48

VIEW FULL RANGE: www.mediband.com and enter code AF149 for a 2.5% discount.

Universal Medical ID

www.universalmedicalid.co.uk

Stainless Steel Classic Bracelet

• Offered in 14K, 10K, 10K Gold-Filled, Sterling Silver and Stainless Steel
• Personalised engraving free of charge
• Curb style bracelet chain included at no extra cost

PRICES FROM £19.95

VIEW FULL RANGE: www.universalmedicalid.co.uk

 Stainless Steel Classic Necklace

• Offered in 14K, 10K, 10K Gold-Filled, Sterling Silver and Stainless Steel
• Personalized engraving free of charge
• Curb style neck chain included at no extra cost

PRICES FROM £19.95

VIEW FULL RANGE: www.universalmedicalid.co.uk

Stainless Steel Classic Key Chain

Carry your Medical ID on a Key Chain!

The perfect complement to the medical ID you already wear or for those who resist wearing jewellery

• Select designs available in Sterling Silver or Stainless Steel
• Personalised engraving free of charge

PRICES FROM £17.95

VIEW FULL RANGE: www.universalmedicalid.co.uk

USB Dog Tag ID

Introducing the USB Dog Tag ID…the first ever engravable USB/Medical ID!

• Engrave your most important medical details on the surface of the dog tag medical ID
• Enter and store the rest of your medical information on the USB flash drive portable personal health file
• Password protected, pre-loaded forms – simple to set up and update

PRICES FROM £29.95

VIEW FULL RANGE: www.universalmedicalid.co.uk

Ice Medical Jewellery

www.icemedicaljewellery.ie

ADCAD Silver Adults Bracelet on Nylon Strap (Five Colours)

PRICES FROM £39.69

VIEW FULL RANGE: www.icemedicaljewellery.ie

RD1SS Silver Small Round Pendant on Curb Chain

PRICES FROM £39.69

VIEW FULL RANGE: www.icemedicaljewellery.ie

ACT Single Auto Injector Pouch

PRICES FROM £13.95

VIEW FULL RANGE: www.icemedicaljewellery.ie