BLOCKCHAIN-DRIVEN FRAMEWORK FOR SECURING ELECTRONIC HEALTH RECORDS

Abstract

Academic research indicates an urgent need for safe, tamper-proof storage of sensitive medical information due to the rapid digitalization of healthcare data. Traditional systems are susceptible to both internal and external assaults because of their dependence on centralized servers. SEC-HEALTH implements a system for the secure storage of electronic health records (EHRs) by combining the immutable, distributed ledger technology of blockchain with the InterPlanetary File System (IPFS).This system use Solidity smart contracts to archive patient data and transaction records on the Ethereum blockchain. Comprehensive EHR files are preserved on IPFS and may be accessed via their blockchain hash addresses. The architecture guarantees data integrity, transparency, and safe access independent of trusted third parties.User modules include appointment scheduling, prescription management, patient and physician authentication, and platform registration. The graphics illustrate a fully operational web interface created in Python, implemented smart contracts, and the integration of blockchain with IPFS. The approach is resilient and decentralized, providing an alternative to traditional centralized health data management systems.