How do timer alerts work?

Posted: 10 May 2026
Author: Chris Winfield-Blum
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On mobile, when it’s time to think about the next dose or when a countdown reaches key points, you can receive push notifications if you’ve allowed them—see Push notifications (mobile only).

On web, there are no lock-screen push notifications from the browser for these timers; open the app when you’re at your computer to check Care (or Timers, if shown), and Today.

Note: As-needed Timers are now part of Care sessions during illness—countdowns and alerts apply the same way within an active care session.

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