The heat was severe nationwide this year, and the hot days of over 35 degrees continued from July to August. According to the Fire and Disaster Management Agency of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, the number of people transported by emergency due to heat stroke was 7079 (preliminary figures) in the week of August 6-12. The number of carriers on July 16-22, when the heat was severe, reached 22,647.
From the Fire and Disaster Management Agency of the Ministry of Internal Affairs and CommunicationsThe number of visitors to "Comic Market 94" held at Tokyo Big Sight from August 10 to 12 was 530,000 in three days. Many people get sick in the summer Comiket due to the crowds and heat, and it is reported that about 180 people were rescued on the first day alone.
Even people who are usually doing well may fall down due to heat stroke or dehydration, or be transported by ambulance. If you are not conscious, you may not be able to get the information you want to convey to the rescuers.
In such a case, a "medical ID" that can convey necessary medical information without unlocking the smartphone is useful.
Communicate medical information without unlocking your smartphoneMedical ID is a function to convey necessary medical information to the person who provided first aid. You can display your name, allergies, medical conditions, medications you are taking, emergency contact information, etc. on the screen without unlocking your smartphone.
iPhone "Medical ID"
Use the "Healthcare" app on your iPhone. Tap "Medical ID" → "Edit" and enter health-related information such as emergency contact information, date of birth, height, and blood type. Turn on "Show while locked" to complete the setting. To view it, press the Home button (swipe up on iPhone X), tap "Urgent" and then tap "Medical ID" at the bottom left of the screen (related link: Apple).
Also available on some Android devices. This time, I verified it with "HUAWEI nova lite". On Android, select "I" from the "Contacts" app on the home screen and enter the information. You can check the entered information by clicking "Emergency call" at the bottom left of the screen → "Emergency information" on the screen.
Android screenHowever, if you lose your smartphone, your personal information may be visible to a third party. It seems good to include only the minimum required information in case something goes wrong.
Some people may decide that it is not necessary, but if you are prepared, you will not be worried. Not limited to heat stroke, people who have experience of emergency transportation may consider setting a medical ID.
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