How do I set up emergency contacts on my phone?
Setting up emergency contacts on your iPhone is one of the most important things you can do for your safety. Your iPhone has a feature called Medical ID that lets first responders see your emergency contacts, medical conditions, and medications — even when your phone is locked. To set it up, open the Health app (red heart icon), tap your profile picture, then tap Medical ID, then Edit. Add your name, any medical conditions, medications, blood type, and at least one emergency contact. You can also press the side button five times quickly to call emergency services and send your location to your emergency contacts.
What to do
- Open the Health app (red heart icon on your home screen).
- Tap your profile picture or initial in the top-right corner.
- Tap 'Medical ID' then tap 'Edit' in the top-right.
- Fill in your medical conditions, medications, allergies, and blood type.
- Scroll down and tap 'Add Emergency Contact' — add a trusted family member.
- Turn on 'Show When Locked' so first responders can see it without your passcode.
The 3-Second Rule
Set up your Medical ID now — even before you finish reading this. It takes 5 minutes and could save your life in an emergency.
Important Warning
To reach emergency services anywhere in Canada, call 911. To reach a family member quickly, press the side button 5 times to trigger Emergency SOS.