There are a range of health care apps, online portals, and digital tools available designed to make managing your health simpler, more connected and easier to fit into everyday life.
Electronic prescriptions
Electronic prescriptions (often called eScripts) mean you don’t need to keep track of a paper script. You can receive an eScript as a text message and take it straight to your pharmacy. It’s quick, convenient and easy to manage.
1800MEDICARE app
The 1800MEDICARE app offers a secure online summary of your key health information like medications, test results and hospital visits. It helps your health care providers access important information when they need it, especially if you’re seeing someone new or in an unexpected situation.
Telehealth
Telehealth is another example of technology working for you. Instead of travelling or waiting in a clinic, you can speak with your GP or other health care providers from home on the phone or via a video call. This can make it easier to stay on top of your health, particularly when life is busy or services are further away.
Why does this matter?
Using digital tools might mean not having to repeat your story every time you see a new provider, getting your prescription without worrying about losing a piece of paper or being able to speak to your GP without needing to travel.
At the same time, digital health management options are continuing to grow and improve. These tools are designed with real people in mind and keep evolving to better support everyday care.
It’s worth exploring the range of digital health options available to understand what works best for you, whether that’s electronic prescriptions, telehealth or apps that help you manage your health information.
Digital health works best when it fits into your life, is simple and helpful, and makes it easier to access the care and medicines you need.
