The startup has developed a health management application that connects patients with pharmacists through real-time messaging and automated medication reminders. This platform facilitates prescription orders from local pharmacies, ensuring timely medicine delivery and personalized pharmaceutical care for users.
Funding
$8.9M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Many patients face challenges in managing their healthcare needs, including ordering repeat prescriptions, accessing treatments for specific conditions, and booking essential pharmacy services, often requiring multiple calls and visits to their GP or local pharmacy. This can lead to delays in receiving necessary medications and care, especially for those with mobility issues or time constraints.
Solution
Healthera provides a digital platform that connects patients with a network of local pharmacies, enabling them to order NHS and private prescriptions, explore treatments for various conditions, and book pharmacy services through a single app or website. Patients can easily manage their medications, schedule repeat orders, and receive reminders, ensuring timely adherence to their treatment plans. The platform also facilitates online consultations with pharmacists for common ailments, offering convenient access to advice and treatment without needing a GP appointment.
Target Audience
Healthera primarily targets patients in the UK seeking a convenient and efficient way to manage their prescriptions, access treatments, and book pharmacy services, as well as pharmacies looking to expand their digital presence and improve patient engagement.
Features
- NHS-approved platform connecting patients with over 1,700 pharmacies across the UK
- Digital ordering for NHS and private prescriptions with direct GP approval
- Online booking for pharmacy services such as flu jabs, COVID vaccines, and blood pressure checks
- Access to treatments for conditions like weight loss, erectile dysfunction, hair loss, and cystitis, with clinician-reviewed assessments
- Medicine reminders and scheduling for repeat orders to improve adherence
- Integration with the NHS Electronic Prescription Service (EPS) for streamlined prescription management
- Option for discreet home delivery or in-pharmacy collection of medications
- Online consultations with pharmacists for common conditions through the Pharmacy First scheme
- Secure platform adhering to strict regulatory guidelines for healthcare and data security, including ISO27001 accreditation