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Competing or just training, carrying Sport ID is essential if you are a running, cycling or walking. Imagine for a moment you are involved in an accident when you are out on the street on your own. The attending paramedic tries to communicate with you but you cannot respond as you are either unconscious or in great pain!

You are not carrying any ID - how do you let the paramedic know about your medical condition or allergies. How are they going to inform those who care about you of your accident?

Sport ID solves this problem and ensures your ID is with you when you need it. Sport ID can be carried on your wrist, shoe or on the exterior of your helmet and can be quickly found by paramedics.

Armed with your critical Sport ID information, paramedics can ensure you receive accurate and appropriate medical treatment and quickly ensure that your family / close friends are notified of your accident.

The critical key features of any Sport ID product are light weight, durability and lack of bulkiness. The Sport ID range of products by Vital ID provide a perfect solution whether your preference is to wear your ID on your wrist, shoe or bike helmet.

Each Sport ID product allows you to note your name, home address & telephone number, a note of your medications / medical history, allergies and up to 3 x telephone numbers to contact in the event of an emergency. Each of the Sport ID solutions are fully reflective to ensure that you are seen by others in low-light conditions and are also 100% waterproof and durable so they can withstand all that mother nature throws at you.

Carry Sport ID when you next slip on your running shoes or grab your bike and head out for a ride. If you are unfortunately enough to be involved in an accident, you'll be be glad you did and will play an integral part in ensuring that you help the paramedic to help you. Wear Sport ID, you'll be glad you did.

Visit our website to see each of our Sport ID solutions http://www.vitalid.ca/

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ICE. - an abbreviation of "In Case of Emergency" is a rapidly growing movement ensuring that the emergency information you carry is quickly retrieved in the event you are involved in an accident.

The original concept conceived by an English paramedic, involves putting the acronym ICE in front of your designated emergency contact on your mobile phone. Once on the scene a paramedic can quickly access your ICE contact on your mobile phone address book and rapidly reach your designated ICE contact.

To ensure this system is effective it is essential that you and your ICE partner follow these simple steps

1. Make sure the person whose name and number you are giving has agreed to be your ICE partner
2. Make sure your ICE partner has a list of people they should contact on your behalf - including your place of work
3. Make sure your ICE persons number is one that's easy to contact, for example a home number could be useless in an emergency if the person works full-time
4. Make sure your ICE partner knows about any medical conditions that could affect your emergency treatment - for example allergies or current medication
5. Make sure if you are under 18, your ICE partner is a parent or guardian authorised to make decisions on your behalf - for example if you need a life or death operation
6. Should your preferred contact be deaf, then type ICETEXT then the name of your contact before saving the number.

In addition to being a potential lifesaving concept when used in conjunction with a mobile phone, the ICE concept is a vital call to action for other ID solutions where the accident victim is actually carrying this vital information themselves.

Our Sport ID - Helmet system is the fist ID product in our range to carry the ICE acronym. On seeing the ICE designation, the attending paramedic simply removes the users ID from the helmet sleeve and therefore have all of the vital lifesaving information they require without the delay and possible inability of reaching your ICE contact.

The Sport ID - Helmet system clearly displays the ICE designation and upon removing the waterproof ID card, the paramedic is immediately supplied with your name, home address, medical / allergy details and the contact numbers for two people that can be reached to garner further information and so they can be informed of your situation.

Further products in your range will incorporate the ICE designation in the near future. Our helmet ID system can be found on our website http://www.vitalid.ca/Scripts/prodView.asp?idproduct=19

Labels: I.C.E., ICE

Attention: I Have Diabetes! (Children & Teens)

Medical identification provides emergency workers with important information. It allows them to act quickly and to make the right medical decisions for you. Some medicines and treatments work fine for most people,but cause huge problems for people with diabetes. If the nurse in the emergency room or the medic who shows up at your school doesn't know you have diabetes, they have no way of knowing that you shouldn't have a certain drug. Or that you need a certain treatment to deal with a high or low blood sugar.

Medical identification can help emergency workers understand why your body is doing what it's doing, or why you're acting the way you are. That's important. Because some of the things that happen because of diabetes could be happening for other reasons. For example, some of the things people do when they are having an insulin reaction are the same kinds of things people do when they've been drinking alcohol or smoking marijuana. You may have never drunk alcohol or smoked a joint. But the person taking care of you may not know that. And that honest confusion could be harmful to you.

There's another reason you'll want to be sure the people helping you know you have diabetes. It's that thing called "control." Even if you're injured or unconscious, diabetes still has to be taken care of. Wearing a medical ID lets the person treating you know right away you have diabetes. That way, he or she can check your glucose and make necessary adjustments. That's especially important if the reason you're being treated is diabetes related. But remember that injury can cause shock and stress. So there's a good chance your diabetes will need some attention even if the problem isn't connected to diabetes.

But Medical ID's Look So Stupid!

If that's the way you see it, you need to take another look. Medical ID bracelets, necklaces and medallions don't have to look like something only your grandmother would wear. In fact, wearing one can help make you look pretty good! The one requirement of a medical ID is that it can clearly be seen by a person treating you in a medical emergency. After that, how your ID looks is your decision.

Except above from the American Diabetes Association "Identify Yourself" sheet.

It's vital to wear Medical ID is you suffer from diabetes. See our medical ID wristband range for a design and colour that fits your needs.

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Dementia is a brain disorder that seriously affects a persons ability to carry out daily activities. The most common form of dementia among older people is Alzheimers disease, which initially involves the parts of the brain that control thought, memory, and language. Although scientists are learning more every day, right now they still do not know what causes Alzheimers Disease, and there is no cure.

Scientists think that as many as 4.5 million Americans suffer from Alzheimers Disease. The disease usually begins after age 60, and risk goes up with age. While younger people also may get Alzheimers, it is much less common. About 5 percent of men and women ages 65 to 74 have Alzheimers, and nearly half of those age 85 and older may have the disease. It is important to note, however, that Alzheimers Disease is not a normal part of aging.

As the disease goes on, symptoms are more easily noticed and become serious enough to cause people with Alzheimers or their family members to seek medical help. Forgetfulness begins to interfere with daily activities. People in the middle stages of Alzheimers Disease may forget how to do simple tasks like brushing their teeth or combing their hair. They can no longer think clearly. They can fail to recognize familiar people and places. They begin to have problems speaking, understanding, reading, or writing. Later on, people with Alzheiimers may become anxious or aggressive, or wander away from home. Eventually, patients need total care.


Although a small part in the overall caring of an Alzheimers sufferer, encouraging them to wear or carry their ID is a vital part in their day to day activities should they become disorientated or confused. Carrying ID on which is noted their name, address and telephone numbers to contact in an emergency can be a valuable lifeline to your loved one in their time of need.

Our medical ID wristbands provide the perfect solution for the person suffering from mild to more severe Alzheimers disease and can be easily updated with new emergency contact details or medical information.

I encourage you to visit our website at http://www.vitalid.ca/

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If only your dog could talk! Your best friend and constant companion, you would do anything to ensure that you never become separated from your pet. Unfortunately your dog has 100+ things on their mind when out for a walk, lots of new smells, new dogs to meet and places to explore. With such distractions around them it's not surprising that sometimes there eagerness to explore can lead them into trouble and they become separated from your, their owner.

Our Pet ID Tag gives you as a caring owner, peace of mind that if your dog did wander that you had a good chance of being reunited with them quickly. But so many products to choose from, where do you start!

Well, you've always been annoyed by the traditional metal pet ID tags. With all of the rattle and clanging going on when your dog is out and about, you may as well hang a church bell around their neck. Cheap they maybe but that's not nearly enough compensation for all the annoyance they give dish out every time you go out for a walk with your pet.

You visit the local pet store looking for an alternative pet ID tags. What do they have, metal dog tag, metal dog tag, oh wait.... all they have is metal dog tags. You want an alternative pet ID tag and your determined to find it.

Our Designer pet ID tag may just be the answer your looking for. Different from all of the other Pet ID tags out there, our Designer pet ID tag solves all of the problems you normally associate with the traditional metal pet ID tag products.

• Updateable ID Card - Easily update your designer pet ID tag when you change telephone numbers or address. Easily update your dogs designer pet ID tag when your away at the cottage or when your dog is being looked after by friends / relatives.
• Stretch Rings - No other pet ID tag system has this feature. Our unique stretch fitting rings allow the system to be fitted over almost any collar fitting.
• Silent in Use - No annoying jingle-jangle noise that you have to endure when using traditional metal pet ID tags
• Highly Reflective - Our designer pet ID tag is highly reflective allowing your dog to be seen by others in low-light conditions.
• 100% Waterproof - Our designer pet ID tag is totally waterproof, including the ID cards.
• Tough & Durable - Our designer pet ID tag is strongly constructed using rot resistant stitching to ensure long product life.

We manufacture this pet ID tag in two sizes and 6 different colors to ensure there is a designer pet ID tag that's just right for you and your dog, whether they are a miniature toy size or a large heavy breed.

I encourage you to take a look at our Designer Pet ID tag on our website and see the differences and benefits yourself - your dog will thank you.

Labels: dog id, dog id tags, pet id, pet id tag

If you are a runner, cyclist or participate in other recreational sports that you could be part of a small group or out on your own you should seriously consider carrying some form of Sport ID.

Labels: cycling helmet, running ID, sport ID

We all know that a bike helmet can save your life. Statistics show that bike helmet use is at an all time high, proving that most people that ride a bike have considered the consequences of an accident and that a helmet will protect their most valuable asset - their head!

What many people have not considered however, is the need to carry ID when they ride.

Specific information such as emergency contact numbers, blood type, allergies or what medication you are taking could prove vital to emergency services in the event you are involved in an accident, enabling you to be quickly and effectively treated and your close family and friends informed of your situation.


As unpleasant as it is, the potential for a serious bicycle accident is always present every time you head out on your bike. In 2002, 662 pedal cyclists were killed and an additional 48,000 we injured in traffic crashes in the US. Emerging trends show that cyclists 25 years of age and older made up an increasing proportion of the cyclists involved in accidents, with people of this age more likely to have dependants (children / spouse) that may also suffer from their accident. Ensuring that the emergency medical personnel can easily and quickly locate your personal contact and medical information is vital that they may notify your family of your accident and ensure your treatment is tailored to any specific needs you may have.


Out on a training ride - think about cycling safety. Many of use carry no more than a few bucks, a banana or two and a drink... who wants to carry a heavy bulky wallet containing your ID? Out on a leisurely ride with your kids - think about cycling safety. You maybe carrying your wallet but there's a good chance that you do not have emergency contact numbers, your blood type, allergies or medications noted in it. Think about cycling safety in a pro-active way.


Thankfully there are more effective and convenient solutions to carrying our ID than hauling your driving license and wallet around 24/7. A new product will soon hit the market that can increase the effectiveness of your helmet and could prove to be a lifesaver after a serious accident cycling safety.


Our Sport ID - Helmet ID system provides vital lifesaving information to emergency services / paramedics when you cannot (i.e. if your unconscious or in a high level of pain whereby you cannot give or remember detailed medical and contact information). Information such as your emergency contact numbers, blood type, allergies and medical history can all be accessed quickly by EMS personnel when needed.


The Sport ID - Helmet system is:

• Highly Reflective - Constructed using 3M Scotchlite yellow reflective material, the system makes you stand out to other road users in low light conditions and increases your cycling safety
• Highly Visible - Emergency personnel need to be able to quickly locate your ID in a hurry, ensure your ID can easily be found. The Sport ID - Helmet system fits to the exterior of your helmet and is quickly located by EMS and increases your cycling safety
• Updateable Information - Your emergency ID system is only effective if the information it contains is up to date. If you move or change telephone numbers (or if any of your emergency contacts do) you will need to update your information. Our Sport ID - Helmet ID system allows you to update information easily and cheaply. It also keeps your vital information private, away from prying eyes, your information is only visible when the ID card is drawn from the sleeve.
• Safe Access to your ID- Avoid helmet ID systems that require your body to be manipulated or moved to access your ID. Systems that store information inside your bike helmet are particularly poor as they necessitate the removal of your helmet and therefore increase the risk of neck & spinal trauma. Our Sport ID helmet system is fitted to the exterior of your helmet ensuring that accessibility is good and minimizes the potential for further injury and increases your cycling safety
• Durable & Hardwearing- Riding your bike can be both hard on you and your equipment. Dirt, mud, dust and water can infiltrate your equipment and your ID. A soggy wet and dirty ID card is of no use if it cannot be read. Our system uses top quality materials, is extremely durable and the information is stored on quality 100% waterproof ID insert cards.

The system has been tested and proven helmet safe by a respected testing laboratory, ensuring the system will not do damage to the helmet shell material and increase your cycling safety.


No matter how invincible we think we are or whether we utter "it will never happen to me" or "I've not been in an accident so far", anyone of us could be the next cyclist involved in an accident.


Avoid being the next statistic, the unidentified John or Jane Doe in the back of the ambulance - plan ahead and get ID "You thank yourself if it does ever happen to you". Increase your cycling safety.


The Sport ID - Helmet system is available from our website
More product information able at www.helmetgear.ca

Labels: cycling safety, helmet ID

You've waited a whole year for this......you've flipped through endless brochures, calculated costs and after much disagreement you've finally selected a destination. You pack your clothes, sort and arrange your kids clothes, wrestle them into a suitcase and make sure all of your bags are ID tagged and ready to go.

Labels: family vacation, lost kids, travel ID, travel safety

Many people suffer from medical conditions or allergies that require them to wear a medical ID bracelet but surprisingly a good proportion of these people do not routinely carry their medical ID. The reasons people give include the cost of such medical ID bracelets or the stigma or discomfort they feel when wearing one.

Labels: medical ID, medical ID bracelet

Your a busy mom.... your child has been invited to a playdate at a school friends house and your looking forward to a few hours off while the kids play at their friends house. 

Labels: playdate ID, playdate safety