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Wearing a medical ID can make all the difference when every second counts. In an emergency, it tells first responders what they need to know — instantly. Here, real My Identity customers share powerful stories of how their bracelets helped them get the right care, fast.

Recent headlines have highlighted that thousands of New Zealanders are giving up their medical ID memberships due to cost of living pressures. The message in these stories is clear: quick and accurate access to medical information can be the difference...

February is Heart Health Awareness Month – a time to prioritise heart health and raise awareness about heart conditions. For those living with heart disease, wearing a medical ID is an essential step in staying safe. In this post, we explore why a medical ID is crucial for individuals with heart conditions, and how it can provide life-saving information in emergencies. Read on to learn more and discover how a medical ID can make a difference in your heart health journey.

When it comes to medical IDs, there’s a lot of noise out there about what you need to stay protected. From organisations insisting on annual subscriptions to confusing claims about what's necessary in an emergency, it can be hard to know what to believe. Some organisations claim that a yearly subscription is essential for your medical ID to work effectively in emergencies. But at My Identity, we’re here to tell you that’s not the case. Let’s talk about why you don’t need to pay ongoing fees for peace of mind and how we offer a practical, no-strings-attached solution.

At My Identity, we’re proud to support Diabetes NZ with our new Milan Bracelet, named after Milan Moala, an inspiring young Aucklander living with type 1 diabetes. Diagnosed two years ago, Milan continues to excel in kapa haka, waka ama,...

Understanding NHI Numbers: Your Key to Personalised Medical Identification At My Identity, we know that every detail counts when it comes to your health and safety. The National Health Index (NHI) number has been in use by New Zealand health...

As we approach our daughter's dia-versary, marking the time she has been living with type 1 diabetes for longer than she hasn't, we are filled with a mix of emotions. It's been a hard yet amazing 8-year journey. Now, at 15, she is doing what every teenager should be doing, living life to the fullest, just with an added aspect - she is a 15-year-old girl living with type 1 diabetes.