HerAlly
HerAlly is an AI-powered telemedicine platform giving Nigerian women 24/7 access to licensed doctors, mental health support, and preventive screenings through WhatsApp, USSD, or the web. The service works without data via the USSD code 384 725 , and an AI companion triages patients by asking private questions to route them to appropriate care, eliminating waiting rooms and judgement.
- Artificial Intelligence
- Digital Health
- Healthcare Technology
- Software Only
Funding
Founders
Product
Problem
Nigerian women face high mortality rates from largely preventable conditions such as cardiovascular disease, pregnancy complications, breast and cervical cancers, and STIs, yet screening rates remain critically low—only 2.5% have been screened for cervical cancer. The existing healthcare system is reactive, treating illness only after it strikes, and lacks accessible preventive care options for many women.
Solution
HerAlly provides an AI telemedicine platform that gives Nigerian women 24/7 access to licensed doctors, mental health support, and preventive screenings through familiar channels: WhatsApp, USSD, or the web. An AI companion guides users through private symptom-checking questions to determine the appropriate level of care, eliminating the need for hospital visits or referrals. The service is designed for accessibility, working on any phone with or without data through the USSD code *384*725#*. HerAlly aims to shift healthcare from reactive treatment to proactive prevention by making early detection and regular check-ins convenient and judgement-free.
Target Audience
Primary customers are Nigerian women seeking accessible, on-demand healthcare, particularly those underserved by the traditional system or facing barriers such as distance, cost, or stigma.
Features
- Multi-channel access via WhatsApp, USSD shortcode *384*725#*, and web, requiring no app download or data connection
- AI-powered triage companion that asks private questions to route users to the right care pathway
- 24/7 availability of licensed Nigerian doctors for consultations and follow-up care
- Integrated mental health support and preventive screening services for cardiovascular, cancer, and STI risks
- Focus on preventive care targeting maternal mortality, breast/cervical cancer, and cardiovascular disease