Five Apps That Could Save Lives.

On July 10, 2008, the App Store was introduced to the world, and the way we consume and interact with technology has never looked the same. Apps became the go-to new format for brands and businesses to reach their audience. The introduction of apps has been the catalyst for all kinds of weird and wonderful, but more importantly, helpful.
There are numerous great innovative apps that change people’s lives for the better, and even some that have the possibility to save lives. These five apps represent of sampling of the numerous versions that are available—not to mention the ones still in development with better tech and more dynamic features....

1-ICE Medical Standard:
ICE stands for In Case of Emergency. This app has been developed to be the industry-leading medical ID for both iOS and Android phones. Medical ID is an app that lets you put your emergency medical contact information on your smart phone’s lock screen image overlay display. So if you are in an accident, first responders, EMS, EMTs, FEMA, and ER staff can find your emergency contact information as soon as they turn on your phone.
They created an easy-to-read color-coded system to allow the emergency responder to gauge how “high-risk” the individual is. Even the healthiest of individuals could benefit from having this app on their phone; you never know when an app like this could get you out of some serious trouble. Doctors can access your allergies, health conditions, and any medication you might regularly take within seconds of picking up your mobile. And, of course, you can decide which personal information is visible on your lock screen to protect your private information.

2-What3Words:
In a time of emergency, it is vital to be able to describe exactly where you are. For example, imagine if you were out walking in the wild and found yourself in need of medical assistance, a street address certainly couldn’t help you then. So when needed, you must be able to precisely explain your location with more precision than a typical address.
This is where What3words comes in. This app gives every three-square-meter (9.8-square-foot) square in the world a unique three-word address—all 57 trillion of them. Three words have been randomly generated for each square and will always stay the same, so you can now direct someone to a specific square of the world with just three words.
It was originally designed as a solution for finding more unusual or remote addresses, but now their app covers the whole world with three-meter squares; the applications for this software are virtually endless. They’ve even created an extension for Google Chrome and Mozilla so that you can search a what3words address directly into google maps.

3- My Earthquake Alerts:
Another totally free app that has been designed with the safety of the world’s population in mind is My Earthquake Alerts. With over a million downloads and 4.5 stars in the Google Play store, this is an easy-to-use app designed specifically to inform users of earthquakes around the world. (12.)
It has been estimated that around
20,000 earthquakes
happen every year globally, with 16 expected to be major earthquakes (at a magnitude of 7.0 to 8.0). Therefore, an app that informs people when they happen will undoubtedly have the ability to save lives. Users can choose which regions to receive notifications about, so they can have peace of mind about themselves and their loved ones, no matter where they are in the world. Available on both Android and iOS devices, it’s certainly an app that could have a positive impact on anyone who lives in (or visits) a region likely to have earthquakes.

4- First Aid by British Red Cross:
The British Red Cross, the United Kingdom’s body of the worldwide humanitarian network—The International Red Cross—has created a series of apps that are designed to teach everyone the crucial techniques of first-aid. Being able to give first aid immediately can help to reduce a person’s recovery time and make the difference between the patient having a temporary or long-term disability. And encouraging people to learn the basics is certainly a worthy cause.
Their main app covers 19 skills that could help people give aid to themselves or others while going about their day-to-day business. It’s getting some much-needed information into many people’s hands with over 500 thousand downloads on the Google Play store alone.
It teaches users how to deal with incidents such as road traffic accidents and severe cold weather. It provides the information in engaging ways such as videos, interactive quizzes, and step-by-step guides.

5- Stay Alive:
Self-described as a “pocket suicide prevention resource…packed full of useful information and tools to help you stay safe in crisis.” They have created a free-to-use app that offers help and guidance to those that need it. If someone feels like they don’t have anyone to talk to about what they’re going through, Stay Alive changes that.
It offers multiple functions designed to inspire motivation and help individuals feel less overwhelmed. Some of the handy features include a safety plan, a “Lifebox” where you can store photos that are particularly important to you, and, of course, links to national crisis resources.
It was developed by Grassroots Suicide Prevention, a UK-based charity that supports communities in preventing suicide. They teach suicide prevention skills to community members and professionals. And although it may seem a tricky subject, it is incredibly important for charities like this to be creating free, up-to-date services.
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