The startup has developed a health reminder mobile application that provides notifications for timely medical care and maintains electronic medical records for Syrian refugee women and children in Turkey. This application equips users with essential information to navigate the Turkish healthcare system, ensuring access to necessary medical services.
Funding
$500K 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
Refugee women and children often face significant barriers to accessing timely and adequate medical care, including prenatal care and vaccinations, due to displacement, language barriers, and unfamiliarity with the host country's healthcare system. This can lead to increased rates of preventable diseases and complications during pregnancy and childbirth.
Solution
HERA Digital Health provides a mobile health platform designed to connect refugee populations with essential healthcare services. The HERA mobile app delivers timely reminders for healthcare appointments, provides access to crucial health information, and stores centralized medical records. The app also helps users navigate the healthcare system of their host country and contact emergency services. By addressing the unique barriers faced by refugees, HERA aims to increase the uptake of preventive health services, improve maternal and child health outcomes, and reduce preventable deaths. The platform also offers digital tools for disaster response, including a real-time health center status map and a WhatsApp chatbot for locating mobile facilities.
Target Audience
The primary target audience is refugee women and children, particularly Syrian refugees in Turkey, who face challenges in accessing preventive healthcare services such as prenatal care and vaccinations.
Features
- Mobile app available in Turkish, Arabic, Dari, Pashto, and English to cater to diverse refugee populations
- Healthcare appointment reminders to improve adherence to prenatal care and vaccination schedules
- Centralized storage of electronic medical records for easy access and continuity of care
- Health information resources to educate users on preventive healthcare practices and available services
- Emergency service contact information for immediate assistance in critical situations
- Navigation tools to guide users through the host country's healthcare system
- Open-source platform allowing for customization and expansion to address other health conditions
- Digital tools for disaster response, including a real-time health center status map and a WhatsApp chatbot for locating mobile facilities