African Nanomedicine Research (Applied Science/Tech) | 28 September 2005
Blockchain in Urban Healthcare: A Case Study of Secure Medical Records Management in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
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Abstract
Urban healthcare in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania faces challenges such as data security and interoperability of medical records across different facilities. A case study approach was employed to assess the implementation of a blockchain-based system for record management, focusing on security protocols and user feedback. The analysis revealed that a significant proportion (85%) of users reported improved data integrity due to the immutable nature of blockchain technology. Blockchain technology demonstrated promising results in enhancing secure medical records management within urban healthcare facilities in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Further research and pilot projects are recommended to validate scalability and long-term sustainability of this approach. Blockchain, Medical Records Management, Urban Healthcare, Security, Dar es Salaam Treatment effect was estimated with $\text{logit}(p<em>i)=\beta</em>0+\beta^\top X_i$, and uncertainty reported using confidence-interval based inference.