You can now use your cell phone to help doctors reach someone who knows your medical history. This idea, known as ICE (In Case of Emergency), helps medical personnel in many countries contact a loved one if someone's hurt and can't speak for themselves.

To set it up, dial your contact's phone number and save it as ICE (or ICE-wife) in your phone book. Experts also recommend that you keep a list of emergency contacts and any important details about your medical history (allergies, medications you're taking) with your driver's licence.