The MedicAlert E-HealthKEY from Planck's Constant

The key easily connects to any computer with a USB port with virtually unlimited space to store X-rays, MRIs, EKGs, and more. When plugged into a strange computer it assumes you are at a hospital or ambulance and brings up only the critical medical information such as conditions, medications and allergies that you have previously authorized.

The USB-flash thumb drive pictured above, can easily be attached to your key chain, backpack, purse, or elsewhere for easy accessibility.

It's especially useful if you have multiple health issues but I certainly think that even with limited health problems this would be a good thing to have. There can always be situations where you may be unconscious or unable to give even simple answers regarding allergies or known medical problems.

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MedicAlert says it has 2.4 million members. According to their website you can:

Record your medical and family history
Track medications
Create an emergency wallet card
Record and graph lab values for easy analysis
Communicate health information through personal reports
Set and receive automatic reminders
Track fitness goals
Store medical images or reports tied to any condition

There are more than 100,000 physicians that recognize MedicAlert.

Organizations such as the American Academy of Family Physicians, American College of Emergency Physicians, Emergency Nurses Association, American Academy of Physician Assistants, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, American Society of Anesthesiologists, American Hospital Association, and the American Association of Medical Assistants have endorsed MedicAlert.

In addition, MedicAlert is endorsed by the American Society of Law Enforcement Trainers, International Association of Chiefs of Police and the International Rescue and Emergency Care Association.

The Cost? The Membership enrollment fee is $35 for the first year with annual renewal fees of $20. If you can't afford the annual fees they offer free memberships for indigent individuals.

Disclaimer: I am not affiliated with MedicAlert nor am I being paid for this post. The information herein is for education purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not be construed as such. Always consult your physician. Never change your treatment without consulting your doctor or other health professional. For more disclaimer click here.