How healthy are you—really? Many of us assess our health based on how we feel or look, but chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, heart disease, and gout often develop silently, only revealing their presence when it’s too late.
The sobering reality is that Black, Brown, and low-income populations in America bear the brunt of these conditions due to systemic challenges like food deserts, limited healthcare access, and educational disparities.
More insidious barriers—such as mistrust of healthcare institutions, high costs for the uninsured, and struggles with breaking unhealthy habits—compound the issue.
The statistics are alarming. Over 47% of Black Americans have a cardiovascular disease, and 13% live with diabetes. The American Heart Association predicts these numbers will worsen over the next 30 years, with rising rates of high blood pressure, obesity, and coronary disease.
The Solution: bEHR Health
Enter bEHR Health, an AI-powered, real-time health tracker launched in 2020 to address these systemic health inequities.
By providing users with a comprehensive health score, personalized lifestyle recommendations, and access to discounted health-related products and services, bEHR Health is revolutionizing how people engage with their wellness.
Founded by Kwame Terra, a Master of Public Health graduate from Xavier University of Louisiana, the platform reflects years of research into the barriers Black communities face in achieving optimal health. Terra’s vision is simple yet ambitious: empower individuals to take charge of their health before chronic conditions take root.
A Growing Impact
Since its private beta launch in 2024, bEHR Health has achieved significant milestones:
- 1,600 active users have embraced the app.
- Research pilots are underway with the University of Cincinnati and You Thrive Clinic in New Orleans to explore bEHR Health’s potential for academic health research.
- Community engagement challenges during major events like Mardi Gras, Essence Fest, and Xavier University Homecoming have brought health to the forefront, supported by partnerships with brands like Nike and Jamba Juice.
- A $120,000 equity investment from NexCube’s HBCU Accelerator has fueled the company’s growth.
Beyond numbers, bEHR Health has touched lives in profound ways. Take Dr. Griggs, a New Orleans physician with Access Health Louisiana, who used the app to combat hypertension after 20 years on medication.
Participating in bEHR Health’s step challenge, he walked over a million steps in one month and saw life-changing results: his blood pressure normalized, and he was able to stop his medication. Stories like his showcase the real impact of bEHR Health’s mission.
How bEHR Health Works
Using technology akin to Fitbit or Apple Health, bEHR Health tracks physical activity and sleep patterns to calculate a real-time health score that resets every 24 hours. The app offers users:
- Daily health scores for immediate feedback.
- Activity and sleep tracking to monitor progress.
- Nutrition tracking and health tips to improve lifestyle habits.
- Engaging challenges that make health fun and communal.
- Exclusive discounts on health products and services from partner brands like Nike and Jamba Juice.
Why Choose bEHR Health?
bEHR Health is more than an app—it’s a movement. By addressing both the systemic barriers to health and the personal behaviors that influence wellness, it empowers communities to take control of their futures.
So, why wait? Make bEHR Health your trusted partner on your wellness journey. Start today, build healthier habits, and set yourself up for a longer, more vibrant life.
