Olaf’s experience is common. Many people struggle to keep their health details organized, especially when doctor visits pile up. The good news? Both iPhone and Android phones<\/a> come with simple, secure tools that make it easier than ever to track prescriptions, reminders and important health information.<\/p>\n Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Report APPLE WATCH SERIES 11 GETS FDA-CLEARED ALERT FOR ‘SILENT KILLER’ CONDITION<\/a><\/p>\n Both iPhone and Android phones offer built-in health apps that can track prescriptions, reminders and medical details in one secure place. (Silas Stein\/picture alliance via Getty Images)<\/p>\n Use the built-in Health appsiPhone Health app<\/p>\n Your iPhone already has a Health app<\/a> installed, and it gives you two ways to manage important health details:<\/p>\n Medical ID (for emergency info only)<\/p>\n This section is designed so that first responders and doctors can see your critical health details from the lock screen if needed. Adding medications here does\u00a0not create reminders. It’s best for storing:<\/p>\n Medications you’re takingAllergiesConditionsEmergency contactsDoctors<\/p>\n How to set up Medical ID:<\/p>\n Open the\u00a0Health app (white icon with a red heart).Tap your\u00a0profile photo in the top right.Select\u00a0Medical IDScroll down to where you see\u00a0Medications, Allergies, Emergency Contacts, Conditions,\u00a0and click\u00a0Add\u00a0Add\u00a0medications, conditions, allergies, doctors and emergency contacts.Then tap\u00a0Done in the upper rightTurn on\u00a0Show When Locked so this info is visible on your lock screen in case of an emergency.<\/p>\n Everything you add stays private and encrypted, but you can choose to share details with your doctor or family.<\/p>\n iPhone medications feature (for reminders & tracking)<\/p>\n If you want your iPhone to remind you to take your meds<\/a> and let you log each dose, you’ll need to use the dedicated Medications feature (introduced in iOS 16):<\/p>\n Open the\u00a0Health app.Tap\u00a0Browse.Click\u00a0Medications.Scroll down and tap\u00a0Add a Medication.Enter the\u00a0details\u00a0in the search bar or scan the pill bottle with your iPhone’s camera by clicking the\u00a0camera icon\u00a0next to the search bar.Choose the\u00a0Medication Type and click\u00a0Next.\u00a0Add the\u00a0medication strength and choose Unit.\u00a0A\u00a0blue check will appear next to the unit, then click\u00a0Next.Set the\u00a0schedule and\u00a0dosage\u00a0by first adding “When will you take this?\u00a0 Then add\u00a0“At what time?”\u00a0and the”Duration”.\u00a0Then tap\u00a0Next at the bottom of the screen.Choose the\u00a0Shape of the medication by tapping one of the examples, and then tap\u00a0Next at the bottom of the screen.Choose colors under\u00a0Shape and Background, then tap Next.\u00a0Review details. You can add\u00a0Optional Details like\u00a0Display Name or\u00a0Notes.\u00a0 Then, click\u00a0Done.\u00a0<\/p>\n Now, you’ll get notifications on your iPhone and can track whether you’ve taken your meds. The alert will give the option to click,\u00a0“Taken” or “Skipped”. If you have more than one medication listed you can tap “Log All as Taken.”\u00a0 Once you click your selection go ahead and click\u00a0Done.\u00a0<\/p>\n SMART TECH TOOLS THAT HELP YOU AVOID DANGEROUS FALLS<\/a><\/p>\n Samsung Health and third-party apps like Medisafe or MyTherapy help Android users manage medications and set refill reminders. (Michael Nagle\/Bloomberg via Getty Images)<\/p>\n Android: Samsung Health app<\/p>\n Samsung Health<\/a> comes pre-installed on most Samsung phones. It works as a standalone tracker for fitness, sleep and even medication, no extra apps required.<\/p>\n How to set up the Samsung Health app\u00a0<\/p>\n Settings may vary depending on your Android phone\u2019s manufacturer\u00a0<\/p>\n Open the\u00a0Samsung Health app (often pre-installed, or download from the Google Play Store).Tap\u00a0Get Started\u00a0or Start and allow the\u00a0necessary permissions.Click\u00a0Continue.Scroll down and select Medications.Click\u00a0Get Started.Under Add medication, click\u00a0Enter medication name.Enter the\u00a0Medication, Type and StrengthThen tap\u00a0Next\u00a0You can choose the shape from the\u00a0icons provided,\u00a0upload an image or\u00a0take an image from the options, or tap\u00a0Skip\u00a0Next, you can choose a\u00a0color , then tap\u00a0Next\u00a0Then, set schedule,\u00a0Every day, Every X days, Every week, Every month or\u00a0As Needed.Then click\u00a0Set time and dosage,\u00a0Once, twice , 3 times, 4 times, 5 times or Custom.\u00a0\u00a0Then tap\u00a0Done.\u00a0Then tap\u00a0Next.Now to\u00a0Review medication. Under Quantity, you can add the\u00a0Number of remaining pills. Then, under it you can enable\u00a0Refill reminder. Hit\u00a0Save.<\/p>\n Steps to set up the Samsung Health app\u00a0(Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson)<\/p>\n Under this next section, when you add medications, they’ll be checked for\u00a0possible interactions with other medications you take, as well as with the lifestyle factors. If any of these factors, such as tobacco, cannabis, alcoho or grapefruit juice, don’t apply to you, you can turn them off so you won’t receive warnings about them. Then tap\u00a0Next.Next, medications that contain allergens like peanuts, milk and eggs can potentially cause allergic reactions.<\/a> They’ll let you know if a medication you’ve added contains an ingredient that could cause an allergic reaction. You can click\u00a0Add new allergy or click the\u00a0+ sign next to\u00a0Peanut Family,\u00a0Milk Thistle or\u00a0Egg and Egg Derivatives. Then click\u00a0Done.A pop-up will appear at the bottom that reads Medication added. Add another? Click\u00a0OK.Use medication reminder apps<\/p>\n To track meds, non-Samsung Android users usually need a\u00a0third-party app like:<\/p>\n Medisafe (very popular, integrates with Wear OS watches).MyTherapy (simple reminder app with symptom logging).<\/p>\n For a focused tool just for meds, these 3 apps work on both iPhone and Android:<\/p>\n 1) MediSafe Pill Reminder<\/p>\n Add medications, dosages and schedules. Get reminders when it’s time to take them. You can even manage more than one family member in the app.<\/p>\n Download\u00a0MediSafe from the App Store or Google Play.Tap Get started\u00a0Open the app and tap\u00a0“Add Med.”Enter the\u00a0medication name in the search bar, and then when it appears, tap it.\u00a0Select\u00a0“What form is the med?” such as\u00a0pill, injection, solution, drops, inhaler, powder or\u00a0other.Enter,\u00a0“What are you taking it for?”Enter,\u00a0“How often do you take it?Enter,\u00a0“When do you need to take the dose?\u00a0Then, click\u00a0Next.\u00a0You are almost done. Would you like to: Set treatment duration, Get refill reminders? Add instructions?\u00a0or Change the med icon?If not, click Save.\u00a0A pop-up screen will say, “You have successfully added medication”.\u00a0<\/p>\n With these steps, you’ll never miss a dose, and you can even track medications for your spouse<\/a> in the same account.<\/p>\n 2) MyTherapyDownload\u00a0MyTherapy from the App Store or Google Play.Open the\u00a0app.Tap\u00a0Get started.Tap\u00a0Accept all or\u00a0Go to settings\u00a0It will ask you, “To start with what should we call you?” Add a\u00a0nickname.\u00a0 or Skip. You’ll be asked to add your\u00a0Gender, Year of Birth or you can just\u00a0skip that.Then click\u00a0“I’m ready!”Tap\u00a0Medications.Click\u00a0Search by name\u00a0Type the\u00a0medication in the search bar.\u00a0 Then, click your medication.\u00a0Choose “How often do you take this medication? Once daily, twice, daily, On demand (no reminder needed).\u00a0Then tap\u00a0Next.\u00a0Add “When would you like to be reminded? Time and\u00a0Dose.\u00a0Enable next to where it says,\u00a0“Enable Critical Alerts”.Tap\u00a0Next.\u00a0Next, you will be asked, “Do you want to get reminders to refill your inventory?” If yes, enable next to where it says\u00a0Remind Me.\u00a0Next select your\u00a0Current Inventory and Remind me when.\u00a0Click\u00a0Save.\u00a0It will ask you, What do you take this for? Make a\u00a0selection and then click\u00a0Add.\u00a0Then scroll down to the bottom of the page and click All set!It may ask you to click\u00a0Allow notifications.\u00a0<\/p>\n Both apps are\u00a0free to start, simple to use and highly rated, making them great choices for organizing medications and health records.<\/p>\n HOW TO TELL IF YOUR SAMSUNG GALAXY TABLET HAS BEEN HACKED<\/a><\/p>\n Smart pill dispensers add another layer of safety by automatically releasing the right dose at the right time, reducing risky mistakes. (Armin Weigel\/picture alliance via Getty Images)<\/p>\n Smart pill dispensers prevent risky mistakes<\/p>\n Even with phone apps<\/a> and reminders, some people prefer a hands-off solution. That’s where smart pill dispensers come in. These devices automatically release the right dose at the right time, so you don’t have to worry about forgetting or double-dosing.<\/p>\n For older adults, this can reduce dizziness or grogginess from medication mistakes, issues that often raise fall risks. Dispensers also provide peace of mind for caregivers who want to be sure their loved one is staying on track.<\/p>\n What to look for in a smart dispenser:<\/p>\n Built-in reminders (lights, sounds or phone alerts)Dose tracking so you can confirm meds were takenCaregiver notifications if a dose is missed<\/p>\n Smart dispensers cost more than apps, but they add an extra layer of safety and independence for anyone juggling multiple prescriptions.\u00a0<\/p>\n Take my quiz: How safe is your online security?<\/p>\n Think your devices and data are truly protected? Take this quick quiz to see where your digital habits stand. From passwords to Wi-Fi settings, you\u2019ll get a personalized breakdown of what you\u2019re doing right \u2013 and what needs improvement. Take my Quiz here:\u00a0Cyberguy.com.<\/p>\n CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX NEWS APP<\/a><\/p>\n Kurt’s key takeaways<\/p>\n Staying on top of medications can feel like a full-time job, but you don’t have to manage it alone. With the built-in tools on iPhone and Android, plus easy-to-use apps, you can take control of your health with just a few taps. These features give you peace of mind, help you stay consistent and make doctor visits less stressful. For those who need extra support, smart pill dispensers add another layer of safety. They take the guesswork out of managing multiple prescriptions and provide reassurance for both you and your loved ones. By combining apps, reminders, and devices, you can create a system that fits your lifestyle<\/a> and keeps your health details organized.<\/p>\n Would you be more likely to rely on your phone’s built-in health app or a dedicated reminder app to stay on top of your medications? Let us know by writing to us at\u00a0Cyberguy.com.<\/p>\n Sign up for my FREE CyberGuy Report Copyright 2025 CyberGuy.com.\u00a0 All rights reserved.<\/p>\n Kurt “CyberGuy” Knutsson is an award-winning tech journalist who has a deep love of technology, gear and gadgets that make life better with his contributions for Fox News & FOX Business beginning mornings on “FOX & Friends.” Got a tech question? Get Kurt\u2019s free CyberGuy Newsletter, share your voice, a story idea or comment at CyberGuy.com.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! 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