Shunt alert cards

Shine has a series of Shunt Alert Cards, for adults and children. These should be carried at all times by people with hydrocephalus treated by a shunt (this will include some people with spina bifida).

The card emphasises that, if the card-holder is showing signs similar to those which occur when there is shunt blockage or infection, urgent assessment of shunt function should be carried out in a specialist neuro-surgical unit, in order to eliminate shunt failure as a cause.

People applying for a Shunt Alert Card can also request that an information sheet about hydrocephalus, specially written for doctors, is sent to their GP. To order your free card please fill out the form below or contact us on 01733 555988.

PLEASE NOTE: Shunt cards are only available to residents in England, Northern Ireland and Wales. You need to be a member of Shine in order to receive your free Shunt Alert card. If you have not already signed up - IT'S FREE - simply click here!