PROJECT
medEase HEALTH APPLICATION
TEAM MEMBERS
- PROF. ALICE CONSTANCE MENSAH : SUPERVISOR APPLIED STATISTICS
- NOAH KWESI NARTEY : CO-FOUNDER MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE
- NICHOLAS JETTEH QUANSAH : CO-FOUNDER MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE
- SHAFATU OSMAN : CO-FOUNDER MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENCE
- RHODA ENYONAM ADAWU- : CO-FOUNDER ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
ABSTRACT
In a bid to address various socio-economic challenges, students from Technical Universities in Ghana proposed a range of cutting-edge solutions. From a Biometric Health Identification System to a solar fruit dryer, and from sustainable paper packaging to a portable renewable power generation system, these innovations aim to transform industries and improve lives. In the healthcare sector, the Biometric Health Identification System and the MedEase app seek to enhance patient identification, data management, and supply chain efficiency. Meanwhile, the PECTA Blood Warmer promises to revolutionize blood transfusion safety. In agriculture, the solar fruit dryer and the improved Plastic Film Mulch Laying Implement aim to reduce post-harvest losses and promote sustainable food production. In energy, the IoT and AI Energy Management System and the portable renewable power generation system seek to optimize energy consumption and reduce reliance on non-renewable sources. Finally, in construction, sustainable flood resilient homes and the use of plastic waste as a binding agent for producing roof and wall tiles offer innovative solutions to environmental challenges.
These pioneering projects have the potential to drive positive change in Ghana and beyond.
INTRODUCTION
The MedEase app will improve healthcare in Ghana by optimizing supply chain management and using technology to enhance procurement, inventory and delivery tracking. It will ensure timely access to essential supplies, facilitate real-time communication and optimize delivery routes, reducing delays for both urban and rural areas. The app will also provide transparent pricing and lower transportation costs, thereby improving healthcare accessibility and delivery efficiency.
PROBLEM STATEMENT
Africa faces significant challenges in healthcare delivery, notably low accessibility to essential drugs and medical supplies and delays in providing timely healthcare services. These issues critically impact public health, contributing to preventable morbidity and mortality. Despite numerous global health initiatives, a substantial portion of the African population still lacks access to essential medicine and timely medical care.
SOLUTION
The MedEase app, a mobile health application is tailored to address healthcare access challenges in Ghana and Africa at large. Key features include medication accessibility, appointment booking, telemedicine consultations, medication reminders, and community health resources which will all be integrated.
MARKET VALUE
The market value for a health application like medEase app is significant, particularly in an era of immense use of modern technologies like Artificial Intelligence. Its user friendliness and versatility makes it ideal for urban and most importantly rural areas, hospitals and home healthcare settings ensuring equal accessibility in diverse regions.
This app has immense partnership potential with NGOs and international health organizations like the WHO which aligns with SDG 3 enhancing health care access which also encompasses affordability, accessibility and quality of these services in resource-limited settings. Aligning with the global trend, the global mHealth apps market size was estimated at $32.42 billion in 2023 and is expected to reach $7.48 billion in 2024.
PRODUCT FEATURES
- USSD prompt
- AI tools (Ask RENON)
- Telemedicine (Connect a med)
- Drug and medical supply prompt
- Emergency prompt
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Phone: +233 203414296
We are seeking $180,000 in funding to finalize product development and launch our marketing campaign. Contact us to learn more and join us in revolutionizing affordable and time effective healthcare accessibility.