In a life threatning car accident, one of the first things that is done is cut off the patients clothing. That medic-alert attatched to clothing might not be noticed in this type of situation. Wearing the medic-alert bracelet is one area where there is no getting around not wearing it. Just like car seats, and then seat belts - I am the parent and it is not an option for my child to not wear it. My daughter first wore the medic alert around her ankle, now she wears it around her wrist. Just like the car seat and seat belts, she got use to wearing it. I have insisted that it be worn in league sports situations, when I have explained her condition to the league representatives I have had no problems. You have to remember who the parent is, who the responsible party is for this precious gift from God you were intrusted with.