Samsung launches big Health app upgrade with new perks

Samsung Health got a very big upgrade with new features for your Galaxy ecosystem devices. The app will now allow users to easily access their health records, effectively manage medications and track their daily food intake with convenience.

The company notes that the Samsung Health app’s 6.28 version update is now available on the Galaxy Store. This release includes the newly announced features that are intended for general wellness and fitness purposes only.

Health Records

Samsung Health’s Health Records feature allows users to access medical records from clinics, hospitals and major health networks.

The company has partnered with b.well Connected Health, a platform that consolidates the largest electronic medical record (EMR) systems in the United States. including Athenahealth, Cerner Health, Epic Systems, and Veradigm.

Medications Tracking

The updated Medications Tracking feature lets users manage their medications with expanded functionalities and availability. It’s now expanding to South Korea and India, after being limited to the United States for months.

Food Intake

Barcode scanning has now been added to the Food tracker in Samsung Health. This addition makes it even easier to log food details such as names, calories and nutrition facts.

Do note that the feature will first be available in the US and select European countries, including France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and Poland, and expand to additional markets in the future.

To bring these advancements to life, Samsung has partnered with industry-leading companies specializing in health data integration, medication tracking, and food barcode scanning, optimizing the experience in select markets.

Samsung is dedicated to shaping the future of comprehensive health management and continuously optimizing wearable technology to bring smarter, more personalized solutions for everyday wellness.

These advancements strengthen the foundation of Samsung’s digital health platform, and when combined with Galaxy AI and other innovations, deliver more meaningful and impactful experiences globally.