Emergency Information Vial
A Vial of Life provides paramedics with medical information during an emergency.
In an emergency, time is of the essence. Paramedics can use the information in a vial of life to assess and apply the most appropriate care and drug treatment as quickly as possible, increasing the patient’s chances of a more positive outcome.
Free vial pick-up locations
- Firehalls
- Police Departments
- Community Care Access Centre
- Pharmacies
How to create your vial of life
A clear plastic vial with a white easy-snap cap is marked with a fluorescent orange label with the three universal symbols for 911 (Medical, Fire, and police). An Emergency Information Form (which is put inside the vial) is for your completion. Note: Have your doctor, pharmacist, or family help you complete the form if needed and make sure it is kept up-to-date.
Place the completed Emergency Information form back into the vial.
The vial contains a fluorescent orange label to stick on your refrigerator door.
Place the vial in the refrigerator on one of the door shelves. Why the refrigerator? It is common in every home and easily located in an emergency.
Contact Us
ServiceNorfolk
50 Colborne Street South
Simcoe, Ontario
N3Y 4H3
Phone: 519-426-5870 or 226-NORFOLK, extension 0
