There are many health apps available for patients to download on their Android (Google) or iOS (Apple) devices, but knowing which ones are suitable, safe, and secure can be a challenge.
NHS Cheshire and Merseyside use a service called ORCHA (Organisation for the Review of Care and Health Apps) to promote a library of apps that are reviewed by experts for clinical safety and data security.
Please take a moment to browse the different types of apps below.
Adult mental health and well-being
A selection of carefully curated mental health and well-being apps that offer valuable self help resources and tools which can be a good source of information and advice at a time when you might need it.
Children and young people’s mental health
Choosing apps to support your mental health and wellbeing isn’t always easy. With so many apps to choose from it can be difficult to know which ones to choose and trust, and where to go to find them.
Children’s health
A safe and trusted collection of apps designed to support children’s health and wellbeing, helping families manage everyday physical and emotional needs with confidence.
Fitness and exercise
Discover trusted apps designed to help you get moving and stay active. From guided workouts and fitness plans to step tracking and goal setting, these tools support all levels of ability and experience. Whether you’re starting out or building on existing habits, find the motivation and structure you need to move more – anytime, anywhere.
Heart health
Health apps for heart health help users monitor heart rate, manage conditions, and improve cardiovascular well-being.
Stop smoking
Transform your life by embracing a smoke-free journey. Our comprehensive Quit Smoking App awaits your download, offering tailored plans, resources, and a strong community to guide you.
Weight loss
These apps offer food and activity tracking, personalised plans, and motivational tools to help you make small, lasting changes. Many also provide healthy recipe ideas, goal setting, and progress monitoring to keep you encouraged along the way.
Used as part of your daily routine or alongside professional advice, the right apps can give you practical support that fits around your lifestyle – helping you stay motivated, in control, and confident in reaching your goals. Apps are free to use or have freemium content available.
Used as part of your daily routine or alongside professional advice, the right apps can give you practical support that fits around your lifestyle – helping you stay motivated, in control, and confident in reaching your goals. Apps are free to use or have freemium content available.
Lung health
Health apps for lung health provide tools for monitoring breathing, managing conditions like asthma or COPD, and offering guidance on improving respiratory well-being.
Page last reviewed: 4 February 2026