Sharing your Medical ID data with emergency responders when dialing 911 on an iPhone is currently only available in the United States and Canada. If you're in these regions, here's how to set it up:
1. Open the Health app:
Locate the Health app on your iPhone and tap on it to open it.
2. Access your profile:
Tap your profile picture in the top right corner of the Health app screen.
3. Find Medical ID:
Scroll down and locate the "Medical ID" section. Tap on "Medical ID" to open it.
4. Enable sharing during emergency calls:
In the Medical ID settings, toggle on the "Show When Locked" and "Emergency Call" options. This allows your Medical ID data to be automatically accessed by emergency responders when you call 911 with your iPhone locked or unlocked.
5. Update your medical information:
Within the Medical ID section, you can add and edit crucial information like:
- Blood type and allergies
- Pre-existing medical conditions
- Emergency contacts
- Medications you take
- Any additional details
The more information you include, the better equipped emergency responders will be to assist you in a critical situation.
Noteworthy points:
- Even with this setting enabled, it's still important to clearly communicate any critical information to the dispatcher during the 911 call.
- Emergency responders might not receive your Medical ID instantly due to various factors like network connectivity.
- This feature is still under development and may not be available in all areas of the US and Canada.
By following these steps and keeping your Medical ID updated, you can potentially save valuable time and improve the outcome of an emergency situation. Remember, this is not a replacement for verbal communication with the emergency dispatcher.
