SHESHA: Standardization of Health Education for Sustainable Healthcare Activities

Abstract

Introduction: The Standardization of Health Education for Sustainable Healthcare Activities (SHESHA) addresses the challenge of integrating wellness-focused interventions with diverse healthcare systems, including modern medicine and AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, Homeopathy), to enhance quality of life (QOL) and longevity. The research question is: “How can a digital platform standardize health education and wellness practices across diverse healthcare systems to improve QOL and longevity?”
Methods: SHESHA employs a blockchain-based digital platform for secure, anonymous data collection, focusing on milestone-based interventions across developmental stages (prenatal to late adulthood). The methodology includes stakeholder engagement (healthcare providers, educators, communities), user-friendly interface design (React/Flutter), scalable backend architecture (MongoDB, RESTful/GraphQL APIs), and pilot testing in urban and rural Indian settings. The platform aligns with India’s National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), integrating AYUSH and global wellness practices. AI-driven analytics enable personalized interventions, with data validation through interdisciplinary collaboration.
Results and Discussion: SHESHA is a white paper. As a conceptual framework, SHESHA is yet to be implemented. Preliminary case studies indicate that milestone-based interventions, such as infant visual stimulation, traditional lifestyle interventions, and geriatric yoga, improve developmental outcomes and mobility. The open-source data model and blockchain integration promise enhanced data privacy and interdisciplinary research coordination. SHESHA’s strength lies in bridging traditional and modern healthcare systems through standardized milestones and community-sourced data, fostering sustainable practices. Challenges include data privacy, stakeholder resistance, and funding constraints. Blockchain ensures compliance with privacy regulations, while partnerships with government and innovation hubs support scalability. Alignment with NEP 2020 and SDGs enhances global relevance.
Conclusion: SHESHA offers a novel framework for standardizing health education and promoting sustainable healthcare. Future efforts will focus on prototype development, pilot studies, and stakeholder collaboration to assess its impact on QOL and longevity, with potential for global adoption.