How to Edit Your Medical ID on iPhone

Apple’s Medical ID is part of the Health app, and it stores important details such as medical conditions, allergies, blood type, and emergency contacts.

Is a Digital ID Enough?

While setting up your phone's Medical ID is a great first step, technology has its limits. A smashed screen or a dead battery shouldn't stand between you and life-saving care. See why a physical MedicAlert ID is the essential backup for your digital profile.

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Here’s how to edit it:

1. Open the Health app.

2. Tap your profile picture or initials in the top right corner.

3. Select Medical ID.

4. Tap Edit in the top right.

5. Update your details - you can include conditions, allergies, medications, blood type, and more.

6. Make sure Show When Locked is turned on, so emergency responders can access it without your passcode.

7. Tap Done to save changes.

Pro-Tip: Beyond Basic Notes

Unlike a phone’s Medical ID, where you type your own notes, every MedicAlert record is reviewed by Registered Nurses. We ensure your medications and conditions are listed using the terminology emergency responders and A&E staff expect to see, reducing the risk of medical errors.

How MedicAlert Nurse checks work

How to Edit Your Medical ID on Android

On Android, the feature is often called “Emergency Information” or “Medical Information,” depending on your phone model and software version.

1. Open the Settings app.

2. Use the search bar to type Emergency information (or navigate to Safety & emergency).

3. Select Edit information or Add medical information.

4. Enter relevant details such as medical conditions, allergies, medications, and emergency contacts.

5. Check that your phone is set to Show on lock screen so this information can be seen in an emergency.

Keep It Updated and Consider Additional Protection by Joining MedicAlert

While phone-based Medical IDs are useful, they rely on your device being charged, accessible, and in your possession. A physical MedicAlert medical ID offers 24/7 protection, with your vital information engraved and linked to a secure database accessible by emergency responders worldwide. Unlike a phone, it’s always with you - whether you’re at the gym, travelling, or in a situation where your device can’t be reached.

The ID That Never Needs Charging

Your phone’s Medical ID is a brilliant tool, but a MedicAlert bracelet is your 24/7 lifeline. Whether you’re at the gym, swimming, or travelling abroad, our IDs speak for you when your phone can't. Join MedicAlert today for total peace of mind.

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