August 2025

Nau mai, haere mai

This month, we’re highlighting digital tools to support people living with long-term health conditions. From fall prevention and migraine tracking to diabetes self-monitoring, these apps can help individuals take a more active role in their health. We’ve also included factsheets to guide safe app use, covering how to choose a reliable app and protect personal information.

Ngā mihi,

Sandra Ponen (NZ Health App Library manager) and the team at Healthify!

Supporting older people with movement and bladder control

Nymbl is a free, evidence-based app to

help older adults improve balance and reduce their risk of falls. It combines simple physical exercises with cognitive challenges in short daily sessions, making it easy to use at home. In addition, the app now includes bladder training exercises and tips to help improve bladder control and confidence.

Digital tools to support migraine management

These reviewed apps can help people living with migraine or headache track triggers, manage symptoms and better understand their headache patterns. With features like symptom diaries, medication logs and personalised insights individuals can take a more active role in managing their condition.

A smart diabetes companion

Glucose Buddy is a free app that helps

people with diabetes log and track blood glucose levels, medications, meals, exercise and more, all in one place. It offers personalised insights and easy data sharing, to support daily self-management.

Healthify resources

Check out our factsheets to help consumers choose and use health apps safely, with quick tips on finding trustworthy, evidence-based tools and protecting personal information.

Did you know we have a Healthify app?

The Healthify app puts reliable, New Zealand health information in people’s pockets, from self-care tips to local services and support. Free to download, it’s designed to make it easier for whānau to find and use trustworthy, up-to-date resources on the go.

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