This is a simple txt or pdf document that [details the medical information you might need to provide doctors in a medical emergency](https://rscottjones.com/a-medical-reference-document-for-emergencies/). Because it's essentially all the paperwork you have to fill out at a doctor's office on your first visit, you can print off a copy and bring it to your appt and avoid the hand cramps everyone gets trying to fill out page after page after page. It lives on your phone, in the cloud, and with anyone you're traveling with so that it's accessible, no matter the circumstance. You keep it updated with any changes so that it's always accurate. This doesn't seem important, but it can be in an emergency situation—especially when you're traveling. [You can download a free template in multiple formats on rscottjones.com](https://rscottjones.com/a-medical-reference-document-for-emergencies/). ## Items to include: - Basic information - Full name - Birthdate - Address - Phone - Email - Emergency Contacts - Explicitly mention who of these can receive health information, who have POA, etc - Insurance information - Allergies - Medications - RX prescriptions - Regular OTC meds and supplements - Immunizations - Medications - Prescriptions - Supplements - OTC meds you take regularly - Health issues - Major diagnoses - Surgical history - Family history - Lifestyle/Substance Use