Conditions: Peanut allergies (plus multiple other allergies)

Wears: Infinity Bracelet (Silver), Persona Bracelet, and Siena Bracelet (Stainless Steel)

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In the seconds after collapsing from a simple snack, four-year-old Julianne could not explain what was happening as her body began to shut down

Julianne Ponan MBE is now a successful entrepreneur and the founder of Creative Nature, but her journey began with a terrifying medical emergency. That single moment in her childhood was the start of a lifelong battle with multiple severe allergies and the constant threat of anaphylaxis. Today, Julianne is an ambassador for MedicAlert and uses her platform to ensure that others living with hidden conditions never have to face an emergency alone.

A childhood diagnosis

Julianne was only a toddler when she first experienced a life-threatening reaction. After snacking on milk and cookies, she collapsed, leading to months of intensive medical testing. At the age of four, she was diagnosed with a complex list of allergies, including peanuts, tree nuts, sesame, chickpeas and lentils. Even everyday items that most people take for granted, such as certain perfumes or skincare products, can trigger a severe reaction for her.

Growing up with these conditions meant that safety had to come first every single day. Whether she is dining out or travelling the world for her business, Julianne must plan for every eventuality. However, she refuses to let these challenges diminish her independence. Instead, she works closely with the Anaphylaxis Campaign to empower others to live their lives with dignity and safety.

Turning an experience into an impact

Julianne founded Creative Nature, an allergy-friendly brand with nutritious vegan products free from the top 14 allergens. She’s also a long-standing campaigner, working with organisations like the Anaphylaxis Campaign and Teal App. Her mission is to help people with allergies live confidently through education, awareness, and advocacy. She also launched SkyRate, an airline rating service that allows passengers to review their experience with airlines to help others with allergies feel safe when travelling.

Your voice when you cannot speak

Julianne wears a MedicAlert ID because it provides the vital link between her and the emergency services. In a situation where she might be unable to communicate, her bracelet speaks for her. It immediately alerts first responders to her anaphylaxis and severe allergies, ensuring she receives the correct treatment without delay.

The MedicAlert service provides Julianne with a level of protection that goes far beyond a standard medical ID. Her membership includes a digital record that stores her full medical history and emergency contacts. This information is accessible 24/7 through our global emergency line, which can provide details in over 100 languages. For someone like Julianne who travels frequently, this global support is life-changing.

Julianne values the fact that MedicAlert is a nurse-led charity. Every time she updates her medical record, a registered nurse reviews the information to ensure it is accurate and clear. This professional oversight gives her the confidence to focus on her career and her passions, knowing that her safety is in expert hands.

“If you have allergies, you deserve to feel safe and understood. MedicAlert helps make that possible.”

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MedicAlert is the only charity in the United Kingdom dedicated to providing medical IDs and support services. Your membership enables us to continue our charitable work, including the Herbert Protocol, which helps find and protect vulnerable people living with dementia.

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