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Medical alert bracelets and medical ID tags are a common sight at many eldercare communities. However, they may soon be giving way to a more informative and aesthetically pleasing alternative: USB jewelry. Besides looking more attractive, USB jewelry contains a memory key that stores a resident’s medical data. Such information may include allergies, special needs or prescription information. In an emergency, quick access to these facts could mean the difference between life and death.