Hi Roxanne,
I do as well, that is why I listed JOSLIN on mine- anyone in MA knows it’s a major center for diabetic care- it is there they will get the rest of my medical history.
You can also do an ID bracelet, putting more information on the back. Keep in mind, if a medical emergency happens, EMT’s and other emergency personnel are not shy about going into your purse or glove box.
They are used to and trained on gathering medical history.
Life throws lemons, you can only do the best you can do. I bought two charms, that didn’t bother me, and weren’t huge. The one concession I made was getting them both in red enamel to draw attention to them for medical responders. They are available in just silver. I’ve also seen some women, make a real jewelry bling statement with an medical alert. Keep in mind that stainless steel, holds the engraving, silver and gold need to be re-engraved every couple of years.
I also purchased TYPE 1 DIABETIC tags for my key chain and back pack. Because if I’m out there, and go down, I want everyone to know why! Better they pick me up and brush me off, than step around me:~)
Good luck!
JAOG
