The Allergic Reaction That Changed Everything
How a MedInfo bracelet helped EMTs save a teenager with a severe peanut allergy
"The paramedics knew about her peanut allergy before they even reached her. They had the epinephrine ready. That bracelet saved my daughter's life."
The Challenge
Emma has a severe peanut allergy that requires immediate epinephrine administration. At a crowded birthday party, she accidentally consumed something with peanut oil. Within minutes, she went into anaphylactic shock. Her parents weren't present, and the adults supervising didn't know about her allergy.
The Solution
When paramedics arrived, they immediately spotted Emma's MedInfo bracelet. A quick NFC tap revealed her complete medical profile: severe peanut allergy, epinephrine dosage requirements, her parents' contact information, and her pediatrician's details.
The Outcome
The EMTs administered epinephrine within 90 seconds of arrival. Emma was stabilized before reaching the hospital. Her parents were notified automatically and met her at the ER. The attending physician praised the speed of information transfer, noting it likely prevented a much more serious outcome.
Product Used
Silicone Bracelet