The Android Health module manages and accesses health data in Android, so developers can focus on providing value to users.
Motivation
- Users want to see all of their health and wellness information in one place.
- Developers find it difficult to integrate with health platforms on Android due to significant ecosystem fragmentation.
Module boundary
This module is available in Android 14 and higher. All
the files and directories under packages/modules/HealthFitness are in the
Android Health module scope.
Package format
The Android Health module (packages.modules.HealthFitness) is an APK
in APEX format
and available for Android 14 and higher.
Dependencies
If you customize Android Health, you must ensure your implementation meets the dependency associated with your customization.
If you develop your own health data management settings screens, expect these requirements to be updated and amended for each major Android platform release.
Customize
You can override themes and resources using resource overlays.
You can provide your own data management UI using the APIs exposed by the Android Health module.