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File of Life Program
The File of Life program is available free of charge
to residents of Plymouth County.
to residents of Plymouth County.
What is the "File of Life ®" ?
The "File of Life®" is a miniature medical history that is kept in a red plastic sleeve with a magnetic strip. Once the history card is filled out, it is placed back in the sleeve. The magnetic sleeve is then placed on the outside of the refrigerator in a visible place.
A smaller version is also filled out and placed either in your wallet, purse or the glove compartment of your vehicle. A specially designed decal is then placed on the inside left corner of the rear windshield to indicate the "File of Life®" is available in the glove compartment.
The "File of Life®" details a person´s name, emergency medical contacts and insurance policy information. It details current health problems, current medications and dosages.
It lists allergies, recent surgeries, your doctor´s name and phone number, your health care proxy information and your religious affiliation.
Who will utilize the "File of Life ®"?
In the event of an emergency the "File of Life ®" will be utilized by:
- Police Officers
- Emergency Medical Technicians
- Fire Fighters
- Hospital Emergency Staff
What are the benefits of the "File of Life ®?"
The "File of Life ®" enables emergency personnel to obtain a quick medical history when a patient is unable to give one.
The complete "File of Life ®" sleeve, is taken off the refrigerator, out of the wallet or vehicle and will accompany the patient to the hospital. Emergency room staff will have a quick medical history at their fingertips.
This valuable information enables a quicker medical response time.
