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ICE Campaign - "In Case of Emergency"
ICE Campaign - "In Case of Emergency"
We all carry our mobile phones with names and numbers stored in its
memory
but nobody, other than ourselves, knows which of these numbers belong
to our
closest family or friends. If we were to be involved in an accident or
were
taken ill, the people attending us would have our mobile phone but
wouldn't
know who to call. Yes, there are hundreds of numbers stored but which
one is
the contact person in case of an emergency? Hence the "ICE" (In Case of
Emergency) campaign. The concept of "ICE" is catching on quickly. It is
a
method of contact during emergency situations. As cell phones are
carried by
the majority of the population, all you need to do is store the number
of a
contact person or persons who should be contacted during emergency
under the
name "ICE"
( In Case Of Emergency).
The idea was thought up by a paramedic who found that when he went to
the
scenes of accidents, there were always mobile phones with patients, but
they
didn't know which number to call. He therefore thought that it would be
a
good idea if there was a nationally recognized name for this purpose.
In an
emergency situation, Emergency Service personnel and hospital Staff
would be
able to quickly contact the right person by simply dialing the number
you
have stored as "ICE." For more than one contact name simply enter ICE1,
ICE2
and ICE3 etc. A great idea that will make a difference! Let's spread
the
concept of ICE by storing an ICE number in our Mobile phones today!
It won't take too many "forwards" before everybody will know about
this.
It really could save your life, or put a loved one's mind at rest. ICE
will
speak for you when you are not able to.
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Posted 1/23/08 10:51 AM  |
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Re: ICE Campaign - "In Case of Emergency"
This idea has been around for quite a long time. I have heard from police and paramedics, though, that they aren't usually going thorugh someone's phone at the scene of an accident where someone is unconscious or unable to speak. They are too busy helping the person. Assuming the cell phone remains with the victim and remains undamaged, these entries can be helpful to hospital personnel.
ETA - It's also not exactly universal yet. You should also consider having a "home" number stored (if you don't live alone) or some other easily identifiable number in there. Last names help, too -- as medical personnel are likely to assume those with your last name are your kin.
It's also more important to put emergency contact info in your wallet - close to your own ID!
Message edited 1/23/2008 10:59:38 AM.
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| Posted 1/23/08 10:57 AM |
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Kissy331
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Re: ICE Campaign - "In Case of Emergency"
It is on my new cell phone...When I was storing numbers, I saw ICE...I input my contacts there
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| Posted 1/23/08 10:59 AM |
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Shelly
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Re: ICE Campaign - "In Case of Emergency"
Posted by Kissy331
It is on my new cell phone...When I was storing numbers, I saw ICE...I input my contacts there
me too.
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| Posted 1/23/08 11:15 AM |
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LIMOMx2
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Re: ICE Campaign - "In Case of Emergency"
I have it on mine and told everyone about it. It doesn't hurt to do it.
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| Posted 1/23/08 11:16 AM |
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GoldenRod
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Re: ICE Campaign - "In Case of Emergency"
http://www.snopes.com/crime/prevent/icephone.asp
The idea is true, but the reality isn't. There are thousands of types of phones, some with passwords, all with different types of menus. Paramedics cannot possibly go through someone's phone and look for this info. Hospitals may, since they have more time.
It's a good idea to have it, but it doesn't mean it will be used. The snopes article has a lot of good info about pros and cons, etc.
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| Posted 1/23/08 11:18 AM |
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Kara
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Re: ICE Campaign - "In Case of Emergency"
Posted by 5ofClubs
I have it on mine and told everyone about it. It doesn't hurt to do it.
No, it doesn't hurt to do it IN ADDITION to other things... The best thing you can do is put emergency contact info in your wallet, right near your ID. They will be looking to identify YOU first.
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| Posted 1/23/08 11:19 AM |
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SweetTooth
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Re: ICE Campaign - "In Case of Emergency"
Posted by Kara
This idea has been around for quite a long time. I have heard from police and paramedics, though, that they aren't usually going thorugh someone's phone at the scene of an accident where someone is unconscious or unable to speak. They are too busy helping the person.
This is true. In my years as an EMT we never searched for someone's cell phone. We would never call anyone either, the idea is to get the person off the scene and to the hospital as quickly as possible. For an unconsious person, the most the police would do is look for the person's wallet so we could at least have an identification to put on the report, although sometimes this didn't happen either, and the person went to the hospital as a John/Jane Doe.
It may be of some help at the hospital,it certainly can't hurt.
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| Posted 1/23/08 11:20 AM |
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LIMOMx2
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Re: ICE Campaign - "In Case of Emergency"
Posted by Kara
Posted by 5ofClubs
I have it on mine and told everyone about it. It doesn't hurt to do it.
No, it doesn't hurt to do it IN ADDITION to other things... The best thing you can do is put emergency contact info in your wallet, right near your ID. They will be looking to identify YOU first.
That is a great idea. Thanks
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| Posted 1/23/08 11:24 AM |
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MrsPJB2007
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Re: ICE Campaign - "In Case of Emergency"
my phone has the ICE option too--but i think it would be hard for a paramedic to find it.
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| Posted 1/23/08 11:26 AM |
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nrthshgrl
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Re: ICE Campaign - "In Case of Emergency"
Posted by SweetTooth
Posted by Kara
This idea has been around for quite a long time. I have heard from police and paramedics, though, that they aren't usually going thorugh someone's phone at the scene of an accident where someone is unconscious or unable to speak. They are too busy helping the person.
This is true. In my years as an EMT we never searched for someone's cell phone. We would never call anyone either, the idea is to get the person off the scene and to the hospital as quickly as possible. For an unconsious person, the most the police would do is look for the person's wallet so we could at least have an identification to put on the report, although sometimes this didn't happen either, and the person went to the hospital as a John/Jane Doe.
It may be of some help at the hospital,it certainly can't hurt.
As someone whose boss's daughter was identified as her mother after a fatal car accident (They used the luggage tag after the fire was put out & the daughter used her mom's luggage), I would think that anything that can help identify you & your loved ones is a help at the hospital.
I would much rather have paramedics help me than worry about contacting someone. But later in the hospital, it's definitely helpful.
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| Posted 1/23/08 11:33 AM |
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Gertyrae
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Re: ICE Campaign - "In Case of Emergency"
My phone doesn't have an ICE option...but I do have an ICE listing with my DH's number just in case.
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| Posted 1/23/08 11:38 AM |
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skip123
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Re: ICE Campaign - "In Case of Emergency"
I have it in my contacts under ICE as well...
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| Posted 1/23/08 11:44 AM |
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MrsPornStar
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Re: ICE Campaign - "In Case of Emergency"
Posted by Shelly
Posted by Kissy331
It is on my new cell phone...When I was storing numbers, I saw ICE...I input my contacts there
me too.
It was on mine as well.
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| Posted 1/23/08 2:10 PM |
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Re: ICE Campaign - "In Case of Emergency"
I have the tmobile fav 5
my husband is first. all anyone has to do is hit the green phone button and you are instantly calling my NOK
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| Posted 1/23/08 2:14 PM |
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LuvMyDH
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Re: ICE Campaign - "In Case of Emergency"
Posted by Kissy331
It is on my new cell phone...When I was storing numbers, I saw ICE...I input my contacts there
Mine too.
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| Posted 1/23/08 2:16 PM |
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ctrain1124
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Re: ICE Campaign - "In Case of Emergency"
It is a great idea. I have had it on my phone for 2 years or so now. Thank God it has never has been used.
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| Posted 1/23/08 2:19 PM |
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ladybug78
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Re: ICE Campaign - "In Case of Emergency"
Everyone needs to put ICE in their phone...My Mom was in a bad car accident last May...She had a seizure while she was driving and when she woke up, the cop was asking for her phone number so he could call my Dad...My Mom had no clue what was going on, did not remember who she was or what had happened to her...She only remembered my name, her daughter..So, the cop went into her phone, found my name and called me...Now, my Mom is a big advocate for ICE.
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| Posted 1/23/08 2:48 PM |
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MsSissy
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Re: ICE Campaign - "In Case of Emergency"
DH had it in his phone. But the detective found a card from DH's friend in his wallet who is a Suffolk County Sheriff and they contacted him. Unfortunately that friend did not have my contact either. The friend ended up calling 4 different friends looking to get my cell phone number to let me know DH was seriously injured.
Than DH's partner finally asked them to look in his cell phone. That's when they found my number and called me.
We both still have it listed in our phones along with "wife" and "husband".
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| Posted 1/23/08 2:57 PM |
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Re: ICE Campaign - "In Case of Emergency"
Kevin and I both have each other in our phones under "ICE". I heard about this a while ago from my mom, she has my brother down as her "ICE".
It makes sense and good to have stored, even if it's never actually used, better safe than sorry.
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| Posted 1/23/08 3:01 PM |
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Re: ICE Campaign - "In Case of Emergency"
Posted by Gertyrae
My phone doesn't have an ICE option...but I do have an ICE listing with my DH's number just in case.
Me too- I've had this done for a long time now...
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| Posted 1/23/08 3:34 PM |
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LightUpOurLife
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Re: ICE Campaign - "In Case of Emergency"
Posted by imthecindyofcindyandkevin
It makes sense and good to have stored, even if it's never actually used, better safe than sorry.
ITA
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| Posted 1/23/08 4:35 PM |
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Jacksmommy
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Re: ICE Campaign - "In Case of Emergency"
I had a friend who was a cop who said instead of the ICE thing under listing put husband or mom or something like that. That way, they know to call the husband or someone close rather than trying to figure out something!
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| Posted 1/23/08 4:46 PM |
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JenMarie
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Re: ICE Campaign - "In Case of Emergency"
I first found out about this last year when my boss' wife called and ICE appeared on his caller ID. I thought she was his drug dealer. He explained it to me and I think it is a good idea. It can't hurt to utilize it. DH has me in his phone as Wifey. I have him in mine as Hubby-ICE.
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Re: ICE Campaign - "In Case of Emergency"
Posted by Kara
This idea has been around for quite a long time. I have heard from police and paramedics, though, that they aren't usually going thorugh someone's phone at the scene of an accident where someone is unconscious or unable to speak. They are too busy helping the person. Assuming the cell phone remains with the victim and remains undamaged, these entries can be helpful to hospital personnel.
Yup! The last thing we do on a scene is look for ICE in the phone. Maybe the hospital does, but in the field there is NO time! It's a great idea, but not really practicle for paramedics.
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