What Is FILE of LIFE
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What is FILE OF LIFE? The File of Life is a format in which you place important medical information, such as; medications, medical history, etc. on a standardized form. The File of Life is then placed on the front of your refrigerator door. This information will assist responding personnel with previous medical history, medications, allergies, and other related information. Benefits to police officers Faster help for citizens in emergencies. Maximum use of officers' time. Benefits to emergency rescue teams Instantly know medical history of patient. Corrective treatment can begin at once. Benefits to hospital emergency staff On arrival, data is immediately available to medical staff. No wasted time getting information from a confused patient Benefits to each individual Peace of mind knowing they will have prompt and quality care. Easy access to potentially life-saving information. Assurance that proper persons will be notified quickly. What happens when I am away from home? If you would like to carry a second copy on you while traveling, make a photocopy and place in a wallet or purse. It is important not to take the File of Life from home with you. Who should participate? All family members young and old may participate in the File of Life program. How often should I update the information? It is important to update and maintain current information. If there is a medication change or any other problem that should be noted make changes on the form or get a new one. Additional forms are in the church kiosk.
What is FILE OF LIFE? The File of Life is a format in which you place important medical information, such as; medications, medical history, etc. on a standardized form. The File of Life is then placed on the front of your refrigerator door. This information will assist responding personnel with previous medical history, medications, allergies, and other related information. Benefits to police officers Faster help for citizens in emergencies. Maximum use of officers' time. Benefits to emergency rescue teams Instantly know medical history of patient. Corrective treatment can begin at once. Benefits to hospital emergency staff On arrival, data is immediately available to medical staff. No wasted time getting information from a confused patient Benefits to each individual Peace of mind knowing they will have prompt and quality care. Easy access to potentially life-saving information. Assurance that proper persons will be notified quickly. What happens when I am away from home? If you would like to carry a second copy on you while traveling, make a photocopy and place in a wallet or purse. It is important not to take the File of Life from home with you. Who should participate? All family members young and old may participate in the File of Life program. How often should I update the information? It is important to update and maintain current information. If there is a medication change or any other problem that should be noted make changes on the form or get a new one. Additional forms are in the church kiosk.