RaktSaathi

"Not Just A Donar, A Saathi In Need" which means a donor is more than someone who gives blood, they become a true companion. RaktSaathi helps build that connection through technology and compassion.

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Inspiration We were inspired by the real-life struggles of Thalassemia patients and their families in India. Many have trouble finding regular blood donors, managing the disease, and accessing proper care. The remarkable work done by Blood Warriors motivated us to use technology to help and create something meaningful.

What it does RaktSaathi is a web and mobile app that connects Thalassemia patients with nearby and compatible blood donors. It helps patients track transfusion needs, chat with donors, and access educational resources. Donors get reminders and can see their donation history. Doctors can manage their patients and provide support through a dedicated dashboard.

How we built it We built RaktSaathi using the following tools: Frontend: React (Web) and React Native (Mobile) Backend:Node.js with Express Database: MongoDB AI/ML: Python (to predict donor availability) APIs: Integrated dummy data from e-RaktKosh and Google Maps for geolocation We designed user-friendly dashboards for patients, donors, and doctors to ensure simple and smooth interaction.

Challenges we ran into -> Collecting real-time donor data to train our AI model -> Designing a simple interface for users with little or no tech experience -> Ensuring the privacy and security of medical and personal data -> Balancing technical features with emotional and human support

Accomplishments that we're proud of -> Creating a complete and accessible platform that serves patients, donors, and doctors -> Building a smart donor prediction model using machine learning -> Keeping the app user-friendly for people from all backgrounds -> Making a difference with a socially impactful project

What we learned -> A deep understanding of how Thalassemia affects lives -> How to use AI and data science in real-world health challenges -> The importance of building with empathy and simplicity -> How to work as a team and solve real-world problems

What's next for RaktSaathi -> Integrating with real-time blood bank data from e-RaktKosh -> Adding support for regional languages to reach more users -> Improving our AI prediction model with real donor history -> Partnering with hospitals and NGOs to launch the platform in real communities

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