Web site of the month: My Health Apps

http://myhealthapps.net/

The My Health Apps.net site was developed by the UK based PatientView organisation, in partnership with others and encouraged by NHS England.

The site brings together Apps with a healthcare focus from around the world (currently there over 300 in English, but this is expected to grow). They range from Apps for exercise to those that focus on managing specific conditions, with some also aimed at carers. You can browse the Apps by topic, by language or by device platform.

The Apps have been reviewed by patients and voluntary groups and are all scored with a "heart rating". This rating has 5 elements and covers how the App: 

• Helps to control a condition / keep you healthy
• Is trustworthy
• Is easy to use
• Allows you to network with others in a similar position
• Can be used regularly

The site features Apps for a variety of smartphone and mobile device platforms including Android, Apple, Blackberry, Nokia, Windows and browser based. Some of the Apps are free whilst others have to be purchased.

You can also find more Apps in the NHS England Health Apps Library (which have been vetted and approved by the NHS).