Question 1

What is Kofuku?

Accepted Answer

Is it an app? Is it a portal? It’s Kofuku!

A healthcare-focused social media platform that lets users talk and build communities around health.

Question 2

Is Kofuku a hospital or a medical clinic?

Accepted Answer

Neither! Kofuku is a platform where you can talk about your healthcare struggles and/or wins with people without facing the bombastic side-eyes.

Think about us like a bathroom with a karaoke machine. We just give you the place; we tune the music to your scale; we lock the doors so no one knows who’s singing.

Question 3

Can I use Kofuku’s content for medical diagnosis or treatment?

Accepted Answer

Our content is educational. Do not mistake it for professional medical advice, treatment or diagnosis from a qualified healthcare provider.

Question 4

Who creates healthcare content on Kofuku?

Accepted Answer

On the social front, the users create the content and drive the conversation.

In Sunrise Club, there is a multidisciplinary team that includes healthcare writers, medical experts, creatives and product teams, making sure what you read is accurate, clear and empathetic.

Question 5

What about medical misinformation and trends?

Accepted Answer

We steer clear of sensationalism, unverified health trends and fear-based content. Whatever information we share is reviewed, science-backed and researched!

Question 6

Can I ask health-related questions on Kofuku’s platforms?

Accepted Answer

Of course! We back curiosity and questions.

You can either join/create a Campfire to discuss your questions with your connections, or you can scroll through our Sunrise Club blogs to get your thirst quenched!

Sunrise Club blogs are thoroughly vetted by experienced medical professionals to rid them of any misinformation, but they are not personalised prescriptions, and it is important to know the difference.

Question 7

Does Kofuku promote specific medicines or treatments?

Accepted Answer

No self-medication. We strongly advise users to only consult doctors for medicines and treatments. If you receive any medical suggestion from any of the communities, always steer clear and only refer to your doctor.

While we do discuss treatments or therapies, they are presented factually, neutrally and educationally, with special context around benefits, risks and medical supervision.

Question 8

Who is Kofuku for?

Accepted Answer

People dealing with chronic or long-term conditions, family members and caregivers, and anyone looking for trustworthy connections. We’re all for people who want to understand their health better, without panicking about it.

Question 9

How to stay connected with Kofuku?

Accepted Answer

You can sign up and engage in different Campfires if you want to connect with others in the same health journey as you are.

If you just looking for something verified information, Sunrise Club is your place.

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