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Medical Alert Card

Would you know how to explain your Post Polio condition if in another country, on holiday or work, where you are not fluent in the language? Would you know how to explain that the Polio you had makes you liable to respiratory problems if you need anaesthesia following an accident or illness when away from home; or that certain drugs have contra indicators to Post Polio Syndrome? How about the fact that you may be unconscious or unable to communicate?

Many people carry medical alert bracelets or cards for conditions such as diabetes, until now there has been nothing to deal with Post Polio Syndrome. The European Polio Union, with the kind help and co-operation of Dr. Peter Brauer, M.D., has devised a set of cards that you can print off in MS Word or Adobe Reader. Just fill in your name, forename and date of birth and carry one for the country you are going to visit or even your own homeland. You never know when it may be needed.

The cards are internationally recognized as all bear the Medical alert symbol in the bottom right corner together with the EPU web site address for further information.

Please note that further cards will be added in the future until all European Council countries are covered. If the country you need does not appear at present you are advised to carry a card in French or English. To find out more, or download a card, visit the EPU web site by clicking here.

DO YOU KNOW YOUR RIGHTS WHEN YOU TRAVEL?

In July 2008 the European Union directive concerning the rights of those with disabilities when they travel on a flight originating or terminating in an EU country came into force. Do you know what your rights are, and the your responsibilities that go alongside them? To find out more read or download New Horizons- Information for the Air Traveller with a Disability (PDF - 212KB)

GUIDE FOR RAIL PASSENGERS WITH DISABILITIES

Published by Iarnrod Eireann it can be collecterd from most railway stations or ring 1980 202 325 and have it sent by post. It is packed with a host of useful information to help the passenger with a disability get the most out of the revamped rail network.

Air Travel

Commission for Aviation Regulation
Regulation (EC) No 1107/2006 concerning the rights of disabled persons and persons with reduced mobility when travelling by air.
Download presentation (Powerpoint file).