# Digital Character Health Apps The 'Eddii' Virtual Health App Brings Data to Life By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-04-03 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/virtual-health-app References: [betalist](https://betalist.com/startups/eddii?utm_campaign=startup-64833&utm_medium=atom&utm_source=newsfeed) & [eddiihealth](https://www.eddiihealth.com/?ref=betalist) The 'Eddii' virtual health app is a different approach to chronic illness management that works to make the daily experience better by infusing a touch of friendly character. The app is integrated with a virtual character that utilizes witty conversation and [gamification](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gamified-pet-care) to learn about a person's health, while also offering them a dedicated person to communicate with for [tracking how they are feeling](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/feel-like). The app also helps to motivate users to take their medication on a daily basis to prevent missed doses. The 'Eddii' virtual health app puts a focus on the daily lifestyle experience of those who are managing chronic illnesses or simply seeking a way to enhance their overall wellness. The app will also encourage a more active lifestyle to holistically manage a person's wellness. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Virtual Characters in Health Apps:** Apps like Eddii are revolutionizing how we manage our health with the help of virtual characters. - **Gamification for Health Management:** Eddii offers gamification elements to make health management more engaging and fun. - **Integrated Wellness Tracking:** Eddii's integration of wellness tracking offers a comprehensive approach to managing chronic illnesses and overall wellness. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Healthcare:** Healthcare providers can incorporate virtual characters into apps to improve patient engagement and overall wellness. - **Pharmaceuticals:** Pharmaceutical companies can partner with health app developers like Eddii to offer medication tracking and increase adherence. - **Wellness and Fitness:** Wellness and fitness industries can incorporate gamification elements into their offerings to encourage a more active lifestyle. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Adorable In-App Health Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/health-companion.md) - [Data-Driven Everyday Health Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloom-health-app.md) - [Gamified Wellness Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/healthgame.md) - [Goal-Oriented Health Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bright-app.md) - [Holistic AI Health Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/medikarma.md) - [Gamified Diet Trackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/capy-diet.md) - [Gamified Stress Reduction Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mental-health-gaming-app.md) - [Chronic Condition Management Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/human-health.md) - [Mobile Gamified Wellness](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urso.md)