System for providing identification and information, and for scheduling alerts

摘要

A device and system for providing identification and medical information are disclosed. The device includes a readable code that contains medical biographical information of the subject, a programmable reporter element that is programmed to electronically store at least one particular event relating to the subject, and a signal producing element functionally related to the programmable reporter element. The system includes collecting and storing medical biographical information of a subject, embedding the medical biographical information in a readable code of the device, and scanning the readable code of the device worn by or in the possession of the subject using an appliance to retrieve the medical biographical information of the subject. The medical biographical information allows medical professionals to obtain the subject's medical information in order to provide medical care. Also disclosed is an integrated system for alerting subjects to upcoming events related to their continued care.

主权项

1. A removable device that is adapted to be worn or in the possession of the subject, wherein the device comprises:
a readable code that contains medical biographical information of the subject, a programmable reporter element that is programmed to electronically store at least one particular event relating to the subject, and a signal producing element functionally related to the programmable reporter element, wherein the reporter element is programmed to issue a signal at a predetermined time prior to the at least one particular event, wherein the signal repeats or remains until the reporter element is reset, and wherein the device is not linked to a medical sensor and is worn by the subject in a non-medical facility setting and wherein said at least one particular event comprises a medical appointment.