This App Alerts Nearby Strangers Who Could Save You From a Heart Attack
Medical apps are beginning to grow more and more common but none are as revolutionary as SMSlivräddare. This life-saving application alerts nearby strangers if you, or anyone you know, is undergoing a heart attack.
While paramedics waste no time rushing to scene after an emergency call, every second counts when someone is having a heart attack. Knowing that each minute without treatment decreases the victim's chances of survival by 10%, Swedish digital agency Daytona worked with medical researchers to develop SMSlivräddare. Based in Sweden, SMSlivräddare uses GPS to ping anyone from a network of thousands of CPR-trained individuals surrounding the area.
The app gives directions to reach the victim, basic instructions for CPR as well as a metronome to help the volunteer keep perfect timing. If there's a defibrillator nearby, some of the volunteers get instructions to bring it to the scene.
While paramedics waste no time rushing to scene after an emergency call, every second counts when someone is having a heart attack. Knowing that each minute without treatment decreases the victim's chances of survival by 10%, Swedish digital agency Daytona worked with medical researchers to develop SMSlivräddare. Based in Sweden, SMSlivräddare uses GPS to ping anyone from a network of thousands of CPR-trained individuals surrounding the area.
The app gives directions to reach the victim, basic instructions for CPR as well as a metronome to help the volunteer keep perfect timing. If there's a defibrillator nearby, some of the volunteers get instructions to bring it to the scene.
