Noora Health
Noora Health is an India-based organization that trains patient families in essential health skills to enhance outcomes and save lives, having trained over 5.7 million caregivers since its inception in 2014.
Company Overview
Noora Health, based in Bengaluru, India, operates with a team of 150 members focused on training patient families with critical health skills. Since its inception in 2014, the organization has impacted millions by transforming hospital hallways and waiting rooms into classrooms, turning family members into essential healthcare delivery pathways.
Geographic Reach
Operating primarily in India, Bangladesh, and Indonesia, Noora Health also functions remotely. It has established partnerships with over 4,700 facilities and collaborates with various state governments and large private hospital systems to expand its influence across South Asia.
Y Combinator and Awards
Noora Health was part of the Y Combinator W14 batch, gaining significant traction since then. It received the Skoll Foundation Award for Social Innovation and is an Audacious Project Grantee, acknowledged for its impactful initiatives and social contributions.
Impact Metrics
Noora Health has trained over 5.7 million caregivers and more than 13,000 healthcare workers. Its programs have led to a 71% reduction in post-surgical cardiac complications, a 56% decrease in newborn readmissions, and an 85% increase in skin-to-skin care among new parents. The organization aims to reach over 70 million caregivers and patients across four countries in the next six years.
Media Features
Featured in prominent media outlets such as Forbes, NPR, The Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, and World Economic Forum, Noora Health has also been covered by UNESCO - Global Education Monitoring Report, Societal Thinking, The Times of India, and The Business Standard, highlighting its widespread recognition and influence.