Drift detection
Most maintenance drift is quiet. It doesn't announce itself. A missed dose here, appetite returning there, a few weeks without a weigh-in. Healthcount is built to catch these small changes before they become bigger setbacks.
Why drift matters
The early months of GLP-1 treatment often feel straightforward — appetite suppression is strong, weight is coming down, and motivation is high. But over time, signals shift. Appetite can return, routines can slip, and the initial momentum fades.
Most people don't notice drift until weight has already changed. By that point, the underlying pattern has been building for weeks. Drift detection is about catching the earlier signals — the ones that come before the scales move.
What Healthcount looks for
Medication gaps
Missed doses, extending intervals between injections, or stopping and restarting. These are often the first signal that something is shifting.
Appetite return
When appetite suppression weakens, eating patterns often change before weight does. Healthcount asks about this in lightweight check-ins.
Side-effect friction
Nausea, fatigue, or GI discomfort can erode motivation and lead to dose skipping. If side effects are reported, Healthcount may signpost to clinical support.
Behavioural shifts
Disrupted sleep, reduced activity, or disengagement from check-ins. These patterns can indicate that maintenance is under strain.
Confidence and ambivalence
Reduced confidence in the process or growing uncertainty about whether to continue. Healthcount checks in on this gently, without judgement.
How it responds
When drift is detected, Healthcount doesn't alarm or overwhelm. It selects one next useful action — practical, low-effort, and proportionate to the signal. If the right response is clinical, it signposts clearly.
The goal is to help people notice what's changing and take a small, useful step. Not to create anxiety, guilt, or pressure.
Early detection, calm response
See how drift detection works in practice during a pilot.