PREPARING FOR AN ASTHMA EMERGENCY

This is why asthma bracelets are often worn. They are not just to inform anyone about the wearer's health status, but also to alert people, such as rescuers, first-aid staff and medical professionals of the appropriate action to perform when the wearer is involved in an emergency.

KNOWLEDGE CAN SAVE A LIFE
When asthmatics were first encouraged to wear asthma bracelets, some people were not very supportive of getting "tagged" as an asthmatic. However, the fact that the bracelets were medical alert tags and could help save a life in an emergency quickly showed why it was a necessity. Today, even with modern technology, it still is.

Asthma requires special medical care and attention. In some emergencies, the asthmatic person may not always be able to speak or communicate. He or she may even be completely unresponsive. Furthermore, an emergency may occur when a relative or a friend who has knowledge about the asthmatic person's asthma may not be around. In these cases, an asthma bracelet can silently inform the attending medical personnel of the disease and what may have brought on the attack.

PREPARING FOR AN ASTHMA EMERGENCY
Asthma can be a tricky and rather deceptive condition to have, primarily because a variety of environmental factors can help trigger an asthma attack. Also people with asthma don't just need medical alert jewelry because they might not be able to communicate; they need it because asthma doesn't always look the way people expect. Asthma requires a bracelet as there are numerous types of asthma, and most people, doctors included, believe that you must have audible wheezing instead of considering diminished breathing sounds as well. If you are unable to communicate your needs in an emergency, an asthma bracelet could make the difference in getting the treatment you need.

Always ensure that you or your loved one is wearing an asthma bracelet at all times and especially before leaving the house. If necessary, pack an extra bracelet during special trips, particularly if you will be traveling alone or will be leaving town for a long period of time. Always wear the bracelet where it can be spotted easily and avoid taking it off. Great new designs won’t cramp your style and it can mean the difference between living a healthy life and suffering major medical consequences.