Challenge Area:
Healthcare Access

Problem Statement:
Counterfeit medicines in developing countries lead to ineffective treatments and health risks.

Solution Concept:
A blockchain-based drug authentication system where manufacturers log serial numbers on a public ledger (e.g., Polygon). Pharmacies and patients verify authenticity via a mobile app.

Expected Impact:
Reduces counterfeit drug circulation by 30%, improving treatment outcomes for 100,000+ patients annually.

Next Steps:
Develop a PoC with Polygon, preprocess drug data for integrity, and create user guides for pharmacies.

Challenge Area:
Secure medical record sharing

Problem Statement:
Fragmented healthcare systems hinder secure and efficient sharing of patient records, compromising care quality.

Solution Concept:
A decentralized health record platform using blockchain to store encrypted patient data. Patients control access via private keys, and smart contracts manage consent for data sharing with providers.

Expected Impact:
Improves care coordination, enhances patient privacy, and enables cross-border healthcare access.

Next Steps:
Develop a PoC with encrypted data storage on IPFS, smart contracts for access control, and a user interface for patients and providers.