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Wehealth®
Community of Public Health Experts
Alerts Issued
6238439
Jan 1 - Dec 31, 2024
Communities Served
3432
Counties, Territories, Nations
Active Risks & Hazards
41
weather, disease, safety, etc.
For the Public
Stay Informed with PHapp®
PHapp is the free nationwide public health and safety app that keeps you informed, prepared, and protected.
- All Alerts. One App.
- AI Speed. Human Oversight.
- Act. Report. Protect.
- Safety In Your Language.
- Trusted. Official. Verified.
- Free. Private. Forever.
- Mission Over Profit.
- Powered By Communities.
For Public Agencies
One Platform for Trusted Public Safety & Health Information
Wehealth is a free, privacy-first platform that helps local agencies share timely, verified public health and safety updates with the people they serve. Built with input from public health departments, emergency managers, and research institutions, it’s designed to support real-world use—without adding overhead.
PHapp (ph.app) is the public-facing app powered by this platform. It turns alerts into dynamic, multilingual pages with live maps, charts, videos, and clear next steps. Agencies can also receive real-time, anonymous feedback from residents.
Forum
Wehealth Forum is a collaborative community for our partners, public officials, scientists, medical professionals, researchers, technologists and other experts dedicated to strengthening global health and safety. As a Forum member, you’ll gain insider access to influence the product roadmap and upcoming features, stay informed on the latest updates, and preview future innovations. Members are invited to participate in research projects, collaborate with academic institutions and public health departments, and contribute to solutions that make a real-world impact. You'll have opportunities to join Slack discussions, engage in email threads, review early wireframes, and shape the development of key initiatives. With monthly and ad-hoc meetings focused on specific topics, the Wehealth Forum is where thought leaders come together to drive meaningful change, ensuring our shared efforts benefit communities worldwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
General Questions
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What is Wehealth?
Wehealth is a free public health platform that provides actionable information about health and safety risks in your area. From disease outbreaks and air quality advisories to flood warnings and food recalls, Wehealth delivers verified information from trusted sources to help keep you and your community safe.
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Who is behind Wehealth?
Wehealth's platform is built by Wehealth Public Benefit Corporation, a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving global preparedness and resilience. We work in partnership with government agencies, academic institutions, and public health departments to deliver trusted information to communities. The platform is co-developed and governed through the Wehealth Forum, a collaborative community of domain experts and stakeholders that helps ensure that the platform benefits everyone.
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Is Wehealth available nationwide in the US?
Yes, Wehealth is available across the United States. We currently serve 3,432 counties, territories, and tribal nations with plans for continued expansion.
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Is Wehealth available outside of the US?
Currently, Wehealth is active in the US and in Bermuda. Bermuda content can be accessed by the default apps as well as the specially branded apps for Bermuda on App Store and Google Play. All Wehealth apps are fully interoperable and provide the same user experience. They only differ in the branding and onboarding. Wehealth will soon be available globally - stay tuned!
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What types of information does Wehealth provide?
Wehealth covers 41 different risk and hazard categories, including:
- Weather emergencies (floods, fires, extreme temperatures)
- Disease outbreaks and public health concerns
- Environmental hazards (air quality, water safety)
- Food and product recalls
- Public safety notifications
For the Public
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How do I get started?
Simply download the free app from the App Store or Google Play using the button below. No sign-up, account creation, or personal information is required.
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Does the app collect my personal information?
No. The app is designed with privacy as a core principle. The app functions anonymously and does not collect personal information. You'll receive relevant alerts based only on the location you select within the app.
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How does the app determine which alerts to send me?
The app delivers alerts based on your the location you select. The app monitors verified sources including the National Weather Service, CDC, FDA, and state, county, and tribal agencies to provide relevant information for your area.
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Is the Notify available in languages other than English?
Yes, all content in Notify is translated by humans into 50+ languages, ensuring accessibility for diverse communities.
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How is Notify different from other emergency alert apps?
Notify goes beyond basic notifications by providing:
- Simplified alert levels (Low, Medium, High) that are easy to understand
- Actionable next steps and resources specific to each alert
- Direct links to local resources and official guidance
- Coverage of both emergency situations and ongoing public health concerns
- No sign-up or personal information required
For Public Agencies
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What is the Portal?
The Portal is a powerful, real-time platform exclusively for public agencies and government officials to monitor, analyze, and respond to emerging threats. It provides an integrated dashboard consolidating critical data streams, advanced risk stratification for targeted interventions, multi-hazard monitoring and response coordination, anonymous population targeting for tailored recommendations, and mobile optimization for field decision-making. The Portal equips decision-makers with data-driven tools to protect communities when it matters most.
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How can my agency use the Portal?
Public health departments, emergency management agencies, and other government entities can use the Portal to monitor health and safety threats, coordinate responses, analyze risk patterns, and communicate with communities through PHapp. The Portal delivers real-time situational awareness and analytical capabilities for proactive preparation, calibrated responses, and measurable outcomes across treatment protocols, risk reduction strategies, preparedness initiatives, and crisis management—all within a single, streamlined interface.
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Can my organization partner with Wehealth?
Yes! Wehealth welcomes partnerships with grant-making organizations, academic institutions, public health agencies, and community organizations. Partners can join the Forum—a collaborative community where experts influence the product roadmap, participate in research projects, and shape the development of key initiatives. Forum members gain insider access to preview upcoming features, engage in discussions, and contribute to solutions that make a real-world impact. Contact us to learn about partnership opportunities.
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What are the costs for agencies using the Portal?
The Wehealth Portal is sustained through grant funding and partnerships. Contact us to discuss access and partnership opportunities for your agency.
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