A Decentralized Blockchain-Node-Red-Cloud Architecture for Secure EHR Management and Novel Disease Prediction
Year: 2024
Type: article
Abstract: In today’s healthcare landscape, where data is the backbone of effective care and seamless supply chains are essential, system inefficiencies and data vulnerabilities can seriously impact patient safety. This paper introduces a novel, integrated framework that combines Blockchain technology, Node-RED, and cloud computing to transform how healthcare data is managed and how emerging diseases are detected. A private Blockchain acts as the backbone for securely storing electronic health records (EHRs) and tracking supply chain activities, ensuring data integrity and traceability. To streamline real-time operations, Node-RED provides a user-friendly, visual programming interface that automates critical processes like prescription verification and inventory synchronization among healthcare stakeholders. Cloud infrastructure complements the Blockchain by handling high-volume data processing and analytics, helping the system scale without compromising performance. At the core of the framework lies the Enhanced Supervised Learning Chain Model (ESLCM), a machine learning model designed to analyse patient symptoms and regional health data. This model can identify unusual patterns that may signal the onset of novel diseases, making it a vital tool for early detection and pandemic preparedness. By combining transparency, automated workflows, and intelligent analytics with a strong commitment to data privacy, this integrated system empowers healthcare providers to respond faster, collaborate more effectively, and deliver smarter, more secure care in a world where every second matters.
Author: Jayendra S. Jadhav
Language: English
Subfield: Information Systems
Field: Computer Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4411209404