# Emergency Response Apps The GoodSAM Application Alerts Nearby First Aid During a Sudden Accident By Alyson Wyers | Published 2014-10-01 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nearby-first-aid References: [springwise](http://www.springwise.com/emergency-apps-locate-nearby-aiders/) & [goodsamapp.org](https://www.goodsamapp.org) If you are dealing with a [medical emergency](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/personal-emergency-alert-system) in an unfamiliar area, this app will help you locate nearby first aid. GoodSAM alerts people with [life saving skills](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/public-safety-technology) when an emergency or sudden accident happens in the area around them. When time counts for everything, the irony of having someone who can offer assistance close by is far from funny. The GoodSAM app has two versions: one for responders and one for alerters. If you are the one in an emergency situation, you would use the alerter app to call for help and receive nearby first aid. The country's emergency number is also automatically called. Or, if you have [medical training](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aidwise) you would download the responder app. Responders can choose to ignore the notification, which will then be sent to the next nearest person. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Emergency Response Technology:** The use of mobile apps for emergency response is a growing trend, providing quick access to life-saving assistance. - **Crowdsourced First Aid:** Apps like GoodSAM connect people in need of first aid with nearby individuals who have medical training, harnessing the power of crowdsourcing for emergency response. - **Geolocation-based Assistance:** The integration of geolocation technology in emergency response apps allows for real-time alerts and quick mobilization of nearby first aid providers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Healthcare:** The healthcare industry can leverage emergency response apps to improve patient care and outcomes, ensuring timely medical assistance in emergency situations. - **Technology:** The technology industry can innovate and develop advanced emergency response apps and platforms to enhance the effectiveness and speed of emergency assistance. - **Safety and Security:** The safety and security industry can align with emergency response apps to provide comprehensive safety solutions, including rapid alert systems and professional response services. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Emergency Distress Signals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sos-light-app.md) - [Emergency Alert Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/protechme.md) - [Personal Safety Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/just-n-case.md) - [Women’s Safety Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/im-safe.md) - [Emergency-Alerting Home Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amazon-alexa-1.md) - [Emergency Video OS Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/android-emergency-live-video.md) - [Personal Safety Applications](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/citizen-app.md) - [Emergency Worker AR Glasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thirdeye-ar.md) - [Connective Altruistic Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heart-2-help.md)