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MedicAlert Awareness Month

Help spread awareness and support those with medical conditions during MedicAlert Awareness Month - wear your bracelet proudly!

Saturday

1–31

August 2026

Last updated February 7, 2026 · by the Holiday Calendar Team

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YEARLY DATEAll of August

OBSERVED INUnited States

CATEGORYAwareness

SUBCATEGORYHealth Conditions

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Get ready to raise awareness and show support for a life-saving organization on MedicAlert Awareness Month, starting on August 1! MedicAlert Foundation was founded in 1956 with the mission of providing individuals with medical conditions or allergies a way to communicate their vital health information in case of an emergency. This month is dedicated to spreading the word about this important organization and its impact on countless lives. So let's join together and celebrate the amazing work of MedicAlert and its dedication to keeping people safe and informed.

TIMELINE

MedicAlert Awareness Month Timeline

Founding of MedicAlert Foundation

Dr. Marion Collins established the MedicAlert Foundation to aid individuals in communicating their crucial medical information in emergencies.

Global Expansion of MedicAlert

The foundation expanded to Canada, UK, Australia, South Africa and other countries, making medical identification jewelry available worldwide.

Digital Health Record Introduction

MedicAlert introduced digital health records, giving members the ability to update their medical information securely online.

Launch of Kids Program

My MedicAlert for Kids program launched, providing free services to children aged 4 to 14 with medical conditions.

MedicAlert Awareness Month

August was formally recognized as MedicAlert Awareness Month, promoting the necessity of medical identification in case of emergencies.

GET INVOLVED

How to Celebrate MedicAlert Awareness Month

Spread awareness on social media

Share posts and information about MedicAlert on your social media platforms to raise awareness and educate others about the importance of wearing a medical ID bracelet.

HOST

Host a fundraising event

Organize a charity event, such as a walk or run, to raise funds for MedicAlert and promote their cause. You can also set up a donation page to collect donations online.

VOLUNTEER

Volunteer at a local hospital or healthcare facility

Spend some time giving back to your community by volunteering at a hospital or healthcare facility and promoting the use of medical IDs for patient safety.

ORGANIZE

Organize a MedicAlert awareness day at your workplace

Partner with your employer to host a MedicAlert awareness day at your workplace. You can invite a representative from the organization to speak and provide information about their services.

WRITE

Write to your local government representatives

Contact your local government representatives and urge them to support MedicAlert and their mission to protect and save lives through medical IDs.

WHY THIS DAY MATTERS

Why MedicAlert Awareness Month is Important

It encourages people to proactively manage their health

By raising awareness about MedicAlert, the month also brings attention to the importance of actively managing one's health. It serves as a reminder for individuals to keep track of any medication changes or updates to their medical information, creating a proactive and responsible approach towards self-care.

It educates people about lifesaving medical information

MedicAlert Awareness Month highlights the importance of sharing medical information with emergency responders in case of an emergency. By being informed and aware, we can potentially save lives by providing crucial information about allergies, chronic conditions, and medications to first responders.

It promotes a sense of community and support for those with medical conditions

During MedicAlert Awareness Month, individuals and organizations come together to raise awareness and show support for those with medical conditions. This helps create a sense of community for these individuals and reminds them that they are not alone in their journey.

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