A Generic Blockchain-Based Remote Clinical Monitoring Framework Through Wearable Devices to Mitigate the COVID-19 Pandemic

Abstract

At present, the novel coronavirus is posing a bigger threat to the whole human race. However, adopting emerging technologies like the Internet of Things, artificial intelligence, blockchain technology, and machine learning helps in a greater deal to handle the pandemic effectively. The virus has cost many human lives, and one primary reason could be neglecting the symptoms. The earlier identification of the disease will help in providing immediate medical support. Wearable devices are effective in identifying the coronavirus disease, i.e., COVID-19 cases than the traditional methods. They help in improved tracking and management of the disease. This paper intends to present a framework where the wearable devices associated with the Internet of Things (IoT) collect information from individuals and store it either in a cloud server or to a local fog computing node. Furthermore, the implementation of a decentralized storage system to collect, analyze, and preserve the gathered data among the healthcare professionals is also included in the system. The system takes advantage of blockchain systems to automate smart contracts. The goal of this research is to see how wearable gadgets might help combat COVID-19’s effects by providing efficient methods for identification, monitoring, and collaboration in remote patient monitoring.