Putting cell phone on ICE could help save your life.

In a medical emergency, saving time could help save your life. So consider programming the listing "ICE" (short for "In Case Of Emergency") into your cell phone's address book, followed by the name and phone numbers of one or more emergency contact partners.

You'll help paramedics, police, and firefighters get the vital information they need if you require immediate medical attention. Your ICE partners(s) should:

• Have a list of people to contact on your behalf.
• Be aware of any medical conditions that could affect your treatment.
• Be an immediate family member authorized to make decisions on your behalf, if you're under 18.

Source: Allstate Newsletter, April 4, 2006