On an iPhone, emergency contacts and medical information are stored in the Medical ID feature. This feature can be accessed even when the phone is locked, making it easy for someone to find important information in case of an emergency.
To locate emergency contacts and medical information on an iPhone, follow these steps:
1. From the lock screen, look for the word “Emergency” in the bottom left corner. Tap on it.
2. This will bring up a dial pad, but instead of dialing a number, look for the “Medical ID” option in the bottom left corner. Tap on it.
3. The Medical ID screen will then appear, displaying the emergency contact and medical information that has been set up on the iPhone.
It’s important to note that the Medical ID feature needs to be set up in advance for this information to be available. Here’s how to set it up:
1. Open the Health app on your iPhone. This app is pre-installed on most iPhones and has a white icon with a red heart.
2. At the bottom right of the Health app, you will find the “Medical ID” tab. Tap on it.
3. Tap on “Edit” in the top right corner to add or update your emergency contacts and medical information.
4. Fill in the necessary details such as your name, birthdate, medical conditions, allergies, and medications.
5. To add emergency contacts, scroll down to the “Emergency Contacts” section and tap on the green “+” button to add a new contact. You can add multiple emergency contacts by tapping on the green “+” button again.
6. For each emergency contact, select the “add phone” or “add email” option to include their contact details.
7. Once you have entered all the information, tap on “Done” in the top right corner to save your Medical ID.
By setting up your Medical ID and emergency contacts, you ensure that important information is easily accessible in case of an emergency. Remember to keep this information up to date and periodically review it to ensure its accuracy.
Having this information readily available on your iPhone can be helpful not only for emergency situations but also for medical professionals who may need to access your medical history and contact your emergency contacts.