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I set up a smart home panic button, and it’s the one device I hope I never use

Better safe than sorry.
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44K emergency call buttons recalled

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — GreatCall is recalling more than 44,000 emergency alert devices that may fail in emergencies. According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the call button ...
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Emergency Buttons Aren’t Just for Seniors, But Seniors Use Them Differently

Comparing emergency alert usage across age groups reveals design gaps and adoption challenges. While emergency buttons are often marketed toward older adults, they are not exclusively for seniors.

Panic button 2.0: The new era of workplace emergency response

A few months ago, a home healthcare worker found herself in the middle of a Chicago street. Her patient was making a beeline for the busy intersection.