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In Case of Emergency (I.C.E.) Card - contents

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Kieren Apr 2017 6:18pm, 24 Apr 2017 3,878 posts	Quote Pin Kieren I don't carry an ICE card which is something I intend to do in the future. I was wondering what people would class as important and not important to put on one? If you are experienced in being a first responder (ambulance, race marshall, medic, services etc) I'd find your input valuable.
Ness Apr 2017 7:27pm, 24 Apr 2017 8,156 posts	Quote Pin Ness I'm not a first responder but just boinging this up to page 1 of the forum for those with more knowledge to help you. On my road ID which I used to use until Mr Ness changed his mobile number. I had... Name of next of kin. Home phone number. Mr Ness' mobile number. Blood group. Medical issues - rhesus anti e antibodies so need cross match before transfusions, and right hip replacement. Need to buy a new tag with updated mobile phone for Mr Ness.
Oranj Apr 2017 7:46pm, 24 Apr 2017 454 posts	Quote Pin Oranj The last Mrs O was a paramedic and suggested to me when I first got an ICE band that blood type was not so important (although put it in if you you know it, of course) - you're unlikely to need a transfusion at the point of your incident - that'll happen when you've been taken to hospital and they've tested you. A list of any allergies is very useful - you might be allergic to one of the common pain relieving drugs that a first responder carries. Or write "NKDA" (No Known Drug Allergies) if you don't have any.
Ness Apr 2017 7:58pm, 24 Apr 2017 8,157 posts	Quote Pin Ness Allergies is a good one. I don't have any known drug allergies. I am allergic to plasters but I'd doubt that'd be an issue in an emergency situation.
Kieren Apr 2017 8:12pm, 24 Apr 2017 3,879 posts	Quote Pin Kieren Good feedback so far and thanks for bumping. On my card I will also add my number or email. I recently has an accident on my bike and a kind lady lent me her U-lock to secure the bike at the scene as I went to A&E. She was able to put her number on my phone so I could contact her after for thanks and accident details.
tulip Apr 2017 8:17pm, 24 Apr 2017 593 posts	Quote Pin tulip I have an ID tag on my running shoes with a QR code which, when scanned by a smartphone, brings up my personal and medical details as well as next of kin and emergency contact numbers. Am trying to find a link but can't find it at present! You can update details online if they change, and although this service is not free it's not expensive. I tried it out with a friend scanning the QR code and it seemed to work well. Will post link when I've found it!
runnerbean Apr 2017 8:21pm, 24 Apr 2017 43,330 posts	Quote Pin runnerbean Kieran I too had a brain injury from falling. I bought a tag from tagnix.co.uk. Mine fits on my watch but they do others too. Go have a look.
tulip Apr 2017 8:28pm, 24 Apr 2017 594 posts	Quote Pin tulip found the link but it's a Dutch company.... safe-id.com The page can be seen in English too.
daisyjess Apr 2017 9:04pm, 24 Apr 2017 50 posts	Quote Pin daisyjess I'd suggest the following: Your name and next of kin Drug allergies Blood thinners e.g. warfarin if you take them If you have a pacemaker, need insulin, or have metal bits in your body (some joint replacements, pins in bones etc.) Heart problems or history of stroke Blood group if you know it.
Kieren Apr 2017 9:10pm, 24 Apr 2017 3,880 posts	Quote Pin Kieren @Tulip - that sounds interesting. However, that said, I don't have a QR code reader on my phone (android). Maybe they are default on iphone? PS, thanks for the link ----------------- @Runnerbean I hope you are recovered on the road to recovery. The tags you linked are the best I have seen. The bright yellow one on the watch it perfect as it stands out and is discoverable. In my accident I had my work ID badge (name & photo) and wallet in my bag but these were not discovered whilst non-responsive. No one looked but then I did come round soon enough. For that reason, something obvious and durable looking like that tag fits the bill.