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About Health and Wellness Apps

What are health and wellness apps?

Apps are software applications that can be installed and run on devices to help users communicate, organize their appointments, and manage information. A variety of health- and wellness-related apps are available for download, with more being created daily. See the list of most popular categories.

All apps in our collection are mobile apps, which means that they are designed to be used on your cell phone or tablet. They are free and easy to use.

Why to choose health and wellness apps?

Health and wellness mobile apps can help you:

  • Monitor your specific condition
  • Track your medications and appointments
  • Maintain a healthy diet and exercise
  • Improve your sleep
  • Reduce stress, anxiety, and depression
  • Send reports to your doctor
  • Stay informed about the latest health news
  • Improve communication with your healthcare provider
  • Improve your overall health, and much more

How to choose a health and wellness app?

When choosing a health and wellness app, you need to consider the following:

  • Who created this app?
  • Is it a reliable and credible organization or an expert whose credentials are clearly stated?
  • Does the app provide clear contact information about the creator or owner?
  • Does this app provide a clear Privacy Policy?
  • Does it explain how your personal information will be used?
  • Will your personal information be shared with third parties, such as advertisers?

How to find and download an app from the Apple App Store?

How to find an App from the Apple App Store?

  • ​Tap the App Store on your Home Screen
  • Search for the app that you want to download
  • Tap the magnifying glass on the bottom right of your screen
  • Type in the name of the app you want to search for into the search bar

How to download an app from the Apple App Store?

  • Tap the app you wish to download
  • Tap the word GET to start downloading it to your device
  • You might need to:
  1. Sign in with your Apple ID or
  2. Place your finger on the Home button to activate Touch ID or
  3. double-click the side button for Face ID

How to find and download an app from the Google Play Store?

How to find an app from the Google Play Store?

  • Tap the Google Play Store on you screen
  • Search for or browse the app you want to download
  • Tap the magnifying glass on the bottom right of your screen
  • Type in the name of the app you would like to find, for example BetterSleep

How to download an app from the Google Play Store?

  • Tap the app you want to download
  • Tap GET to start installing the app on your device
  • You might need to sign in with your Google account
  • Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation and get the app
  • Once the app finishes installing, it will appear on your home screen

If you need more help to download an app, watch the video How ​to Download an App on your Android phone or tablet.

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