The Kerala Health Department has launched the MeHEALTH mobile application to improve public access to government healthcare services. The app enables citizens to easily locate nearby government health facilities and the services available in them, making healthcare information more transparent and accessible.
MeHEALTH App
The MeHEALTH app serves as a digital health information platform that provides details about government hospitals and healthcare services available within a user’s vicinity.
Through the application, users can obtain comprehensive information about healthcare institutions, medical services, and diagnostic facilities.
Key Features of MeHEALTH App
| Feature | Description |
| Nearby Health Facilities | Shows government hospitals within 10 km radius |
| Speciality Departments | Displays available medical specialities |
| Laboratory Tests | Lists available diagnostic tests and their rates |
| Healthcare Services | Provides details on services offered by hospitals |
| Navigation | Shows distance and route using Google Maps integration |
Healthcare Information Available on App
The application provides information on several healthcare services and facilities.
| Service | Details Available |
| Blood Banks | Availability and location |
| Radiology Units | Diagnostic imaging services |
| Pharmacies | Hospital pharmacies and medicine availability |
| Pay Wards | Paid hospital ward facilities |
| Laboratory Tests | Diagnostic services with pricing |
Appointment and OP Ticket Booking
A major feature of the app is online appointment booking.
Users can:
- Book doctor appointments in advance
- Generate OP tickets online
- Access appointment services in hospitals where the e-Health project has been implemented.
This reduces waiting time and improves patient convenience.
Additional Healthcare Facilities Listed
The app also provides information on several government healthcare institutions and programmes.
| Facility | Description |
| Janakeeya Aarogya Kendrams | Primary health centres (formerly subcentres) |
| Government Homoeopathy Hospitals | Alternative medicine healthcare facilities |
| Karunya Pharmacies | Affordable medicine distribution centres |
Navigation and Accessibility
The MeHEALTH app includes Google Maps integration, enabling users to:
- View exact distance to nearby hospitals
- Get navigation routes to healthcare facilities
- Quickly locate medical services during emergencies.