File of Life

More than 90% of medical emergency calls are treated without knowledge of the patients' medical history. The File of Life card enables paramedics to obtain a quick and accurate medical history when a patient is unable to offer one. The card also eliminates the risk of a patient forgetting to mention something important.
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The card, which is kept in a red plastic pocket labeled FILE OF LIFE, lists the patient name, emergency medical contact, insurance policy, social security number, health problems, medications, dosages, allergies, recent surgery, religion and a health care proxy. The entire pocket is held with a magnet to the outside of the refrigerator.

You can obtain a FREE File of Life card for you and each of your family members at:

  • City of Middleton EMS
  • City of Middleton Police Department
  • Middleton Senior Center
  • Middleton VFW Post # 8216

Benefits to paramedics



  • Instantly know medical history of patient.
  • Corrective treatment can begin at once.

Benefits to hospital emergency staff


  • On arrival, data is immediately available to medical staff.
  • No wasted time getting information from a confused patient.

Benefits to each individual


  • Peace of mind knowing they will have prompt and quality care.
  • Easy access to potentially life-saving information.
  • Assurance that proper persons will be notified quickly.
  • Renewed sense of community spirit.
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