Bilingual Medication (Med-Alert) Reminder Application for Patients

Chronic diseases such as diabetes, cancer, HIV / AIDS, and tuberculosis poses significant health challenges. Often, patients have difficulty adhering to prescribed treatment plans due to busy schedules and too much medication leading to forgetting. Intrinsically, to address this problem of forgetting, this research developed a medication reminder application. The application had both English and Sotho language. Thus, it bridges the gap between medication management and technology and offers a promising solution to a pervasive healthcare challenge for those who do not understand English. Design science research methodology guided the development and implementation of the application. Preliminary findings affirm the feasibility of creating a secure application, incorporating local languages, and accommodating multiple medication reminders. The study lays the foundation for a practical solution at the intersection of medication management and technology, with recommendations emphasizing user education, regular updates, and consultation with healthcare professionals to enhance functionality and safety.