YouTube will make it easier to find first aid videos from doctors and healthcare workers

YouTube contains information about what to do in case of a medical emergency. But the platform, recognizing how sensitive this type of information is, will now prioritize videos made by health experts. So, for example, if you need a tutorial on first aidyou can quickly access instructions from authorized sources.

These short how-to videos will be highlighted at the top of general search results. YouTube has already coordinated the production of materials on how to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) or the Heimlich maneuver. Also other videos on what to do if you have a bleed, seizure, stroke or even an opioid overdose.

“We’re making it easier to find step-by-step videos on basic first aid and emergency care from reputable health organizations,” YouTube announced in a blog post. The portal was associated with Mass General Brigham – a network of doctors and hospitals in the USA – and Mexican Red Cross to create content that will appear alongside other videos from recognized healthcare organizations. Also collaborated American Heart Association.

This option will first be available in the US in English and Spanish. According to YouTube, more countries and languages ​​will be added soon. The initiative is part of the program YouTube Healthwhich the platform launched in 2020. They have since introduced health labels in some countries to help identify authorized health care providers and crisis resource groups.

YouTube takes advantage of artificial intelligence to create first aid content

YouTube emphasized that the videos served as a pilot test for Aloud, an artificial intelligence-powered dubbing tool. So they made the content available in Spanish.

“We are thrilled to partner with YouTube Health and produce videos using Red Cross-approved methods,” said Ana Robles Quijano, National Fundraising Coordinator for the Mexican Red Cross. “We want to help save lives and prevent poor first aid practices that can be given without appropriate medical knowledge,” he added.

In addition to quick emergency guides, YouTube has published a complete CPR course, developed in collaboration with American Heart Association. It aims to help people without medical experience or wishing to update their knowledge on the subject. It is currently available in English, but a Spanish version will be ready in February for American Heart Month.

“We’re committed to harnessing the power of video to make public health information truly accessible to everyone,” Google said. “And we will always work to increase the number of authorized healthcare creators.”

YouTube announced another initiative last November, but one aimed at the well-being and mental health of younger users. The platform then began limiting the frequency with which teens receiveVideo recommendations related to body image. It also restricts those who are socially aggressive. According to the company, it will roll out this update to the rest of the world over the course of 2024.