Emergency services stories - Page 3

With the accuracy of GPS, combined with the amount of data about users, using emergency location tracking for medical purposes seems obvious. Right?.

South Westland is set to benefit from a virtual medical receptionist – a new service offering greater access to booking general practice appointments.

The global wireless broadband in public safety market is set to reach $22.9bn by 2020, according to a new study.

An emergency 111 smartphone app is being developed in a joint venture between the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment and the NZ Police.

Emergency Management Southland is urging Southland residents to sign up to a text alert system, which will provide warnings directly to mobile phones.

Facebook launches trio of initiatives to combat Ebola, including donations, education, and communication aid for West Africa.

Google has introduced emergency search results in New Zealand for poisoning and suicide searches, providing immediate access to crucial helpline numbers.

A new 111 text service for the deaf and hearing impaired was launched today in Auckland by Police Minister Judith Collins, enhancing emergency accessibility.

The government has launched an investigation in the failure of some emergency 111 calls in Auckland this morning.

The Web site allows Kiwis to check and confirm that the emergency services have the right details on how to find them.

A surge in demand for Ultra Mobile PCs brings a broader range to New Zealand, thanks to a Vantex Distribution and Tegatech partnership.