Lifeguard Digital Health Announces its Presence on WHO’s Digital Health Atlas

Vancouver, British Columbia, August 15th, 2025 – Lifeguard DH is proud to share a recent milestone with our valued clients and supporters. We are now featured on the World Health Organization’s Digital Health Atlas, after being recognized as an “Exemplar in Digital Health” in the Geneva Health Forum, held during the 78th World Health Assembly week in May 2025.  

Global Recognition  

Being listed in the WHO Digital Health Atlas shows that Lifeguard DH is acknowledged as a trusted contributor to digital public health efforts around the world. This recognition highlights the impact of our work in creating reliable, timely, and efficient digital approaches to enhancing public safety and connectivity across countries. It reflects the relevance of our work and stands as testimony to our impact in the realm digital public health.  

The milestone affirms our alignment with ongoing public health priorities and cements us as an effective digital public health solution globally.  We are extremely grateful to see our efforts being recognized on this large a scale through the WHO Digital Health Atlas. 

What is the WHO Digital Health Atlas? 

The WHO Digital Health Atlas is a global platform developed by the World Health Organization to strengthen the value and impact of digital health. The platform serves as a technology registry that aids countries across the globe in sharing knowledge and utilizing digital health data effectively – contributing to better outcomes and equitable access to related services.  

Who are we? 

Lifeguard Digital Health (Lifeguard DH) is a company that provides connection to life-saving support, resources, and community through digital solutions. Our direct and patented EMS connection has saved over 240+ lives while working as a solution in public health – this technology is integrated through our revolutionary products such as LifeguardConnect™ and LifeguardLite™. Our digital innovations are consistently incorporated and continually enhanced for public health and safety. Being recognized through this platform aligns with our values, mission, and ongoing commitment to develop impactful, scalable, and data-driven solutions. 

Meet Dr. Chandana Unnithan 

As the Chief Scientific Officer for Lifeguard DH, Dr. Chandana Unnithan is responsible for its research and development efforts. She was part of the WHO Digital Health Roster of experts (ROE), that served alongside the Digital Health Technical Advisory Group (DHTAG) during COVID-19 to shape WHO’s work in transforming the public health sector digitally. Currently, she is active in the Global Initiative on Digital Health, a WHO-managed network and platform for accelerating the implementation of its global strategy. 

“Lifeguard DH’s achievement in saving 240+ lives with their product innovations has earned them their recognition as an “Exemplar in Digital Health” from the Geneva Health Forum in May 2025. Furthermore, being featured on the WHO Digital Health Atlas confirms our ability to scale globally.” – Dr. Chandana Unnithan, CSO

A Message from the CEO

“I’m so proud of our team. Special thanks to Dr Unnithan for her dedication and hard work over the past few years that has led us to this prestigious achievement. We’re extremely honoured and grateful for this recognition that   demonstrates Lifeguard is on the right track with our vision to be the global leader in innovation that saves lives. We’re at 243 lives saved so far and growing everyday.” – Jeff Hardy, CEO

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