Indian blockchain platform AlgoBharat and Lok Swasthya SEWA Trust, a national union of over 18 lakh women workers in India, have signed an MoU to jointly develop a blockchain-based digital health passport.
The initiative is designed to help SEWA’s members, women workers, by providing them with a secure and accessible way to manage their health records. It also aims to improve healthcare outcomes by providing providers with immediate access to the workers’ medical histories.
Blockchain’s security features will enable SEWA members to maintain control over their personal health information, safeguarding their data against unauthorised access and tampering. The solution is furthermore compliant with India’s new Personally Identifiable Information regulations.
SEWA will additionally be able to target its services to women workers and their families more effectively through gaining a macro perspective of the demographic details of the population it serves.
Matt is an award-winning storyteller, writer, and communicator currently based in Riyadh.
A native Englishman, his career has led him to diverse locations including China, Hong Kong, Iraq, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.
In addition to founding HealthTechAsia, Matt is a co-founder of the non-profit Pul Alliance for Digital Health and Equity.
In a former life, he oversaw editorial coverage for Arab Health, Asia Health, Africa Health, and other key events.
In 2021, he won a Medical Travel Media Award, organised by Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council, and a Guardian Student Media Award in 2000.
Matt is an award-winning storyteller, writer, and communicator currently based in Riyadh.
A native Englishman, his career has led him to diverse locations including China, Hong Kong, Iraq, Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.
In addition to founding HealthTechAsia, Matt is a co-founder of the non-profit Pul Alliance for Digital Health and Equity.
In a former life, he oversaw editorial coverage for Arab Health, Asia Health, Africa Health, and other key events.
In 2021, he won a Medical Travel Media Award, organised by Malaysia Healthcare Travel Council, and a Guardian Student Media Award in 2000.
By Matthew Brady 
