What should you carry with Addison's disease?
People with Addison's disease usually carry a steroid emergency card, know how to use any prescribed emergency injection, wear or carry medical ID, and keep a clear medication and sick-day plan. Digital tools can mirror this so carers are not searching multiple apps.
- NHS steroid emergency card (or national equivalent) with your replacement plan.
- Emergency hydrocortisone injection if prescribed, in date, with instructions.
- Medical ID bracelet or phone Medical ID with condition and emergency contacts.
- Written medication schedule and sick-day rules.
- Phone numbers for your endocrine team, GP, and trusted carers.
How MyAddi helps
MyAddi stores Medical ID, emergency contacts, and step-by-step SML guidance so strangers or carers can follow a clear protocol while help is on the way.
Questions
Do I still need a paper card if I use an app?
Yes — many paramedics look for physical cards first. An app complements paper; it does not replace it.
What is an NFC medical card?
NFC cards can open a medical profile when tapped on a compatible phone. MyAddi is developing NFC support; until then, use your card, bracelet, and in-app Medical ID.
What should be on Medical ID?
Condition (Addison's / adrenal insufficiency), medications, allergies, emergency contacts, and any critical note from your specialist.