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Functional Requirements
User Management:
Account Creation: Users can create accounts using email or social media, with options for different roles (e.g., health professionals, community members, administrators).Profile Management: Users can manage personal information, upload medical records, and set preferences.Authentication & Authorization: Secure login/logout, password recovery, and role-based access control.
Health Information and Resources:
Content Management: Admins and health professionals can create, update, and manage health-related articles, guides, and resources.Search and Filter: Users can search for and filter health resources based on topics, conditions, or keywords.
Community Interaction:
Forums & Discussion Boards: Users can participate in forums, post questions, and engage in discussions on health-related topics.Groups & Communities: Users can join or create groups based on health interests or conditions, allowing for targeted support and interaction.
Health Tracking:
Symptom Tracking: Users can log and track symptoms, mood, and other health metrics over time.Progress Reports: Generate and view reports on health progress, including visualizations (e.g., charts, graphs).
Consultations and Appointments:
Virtual Consultations: Facilitate online consultations with healthcare professionals via video or chat.Appointment Scheduling: Users can book, reschedule, or cancel appointments with healthcare providers.
Personal Health Records:
Medical History: Users can upload and maintain personal health records, including medical history, prescriptions, and test results.Data Sharing: Users can share their health records with approved healthcare professionals.
Notifications and Alerts:
Health Reminders: Automated reminders for medication, appointments, or health check-ups.Alerts: Notifications about new content, discussions, or community events.
Educational Tools:
Interactive Tools: Tools such as quizzes, symptom checkers, and health calculators.Webinars & Workshops: Schedule and manage online health-related educational events.
Feedback and Support:
Contact Forms: Users can submit queries, feedback, or complaints.Help Center: Access to FAQs, support articles, and contact details for further assistance.
Data Privacy and Security:
Consent Management: Manage user consent for data collection and sharing.Data Encryption: Ensure all personal and health data is encrypted both in transit and at rest.
Non-Functional Requirements
Performance:
Scalability: The system should handle increasing numbers of users and data efficiently.Response Time: Ensure quick loading times and responsive interactions.
Security:
Data Protection: Implement robust encryption and secure storage for personal and health data.Compliance: Adhere to regulations such as HIPAA (for U.S. users), GDPR, or other relevant data protection laws.
Usability:
User Interface: Design an intuitive and easy-to-navigate interface for all user roles.Accessibility: Ensure the portal is accessible to users with disabilities, following WCAG guidelines.
Reliability:
Uptime: Aim for high availability with minimal downtime.Backup and Recovery: Regular backups and a disaster recovery plan to protect data and ensure service continuity.
Maintainability:
Code Quality: Maintain clean, well-documented code to facilitate easy updates and troubleshooting.Modularity: Design the system in a modular way to allow for easy addition of new features.
Compatibility:
Cross-Browser Support: Ensure compatibility with major web browsers (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge).Mobile Responsiveness: The portal should be fully functional on various mobile devices and screen sizes.
Localization:
Multilingual Support: Offer the portal in multiple languages if serving a diverse population.Regional Customization: Allow for region-specific content and resources.
Analytics and Reporting:
User Analytics: Track user engagement, content popularity, and interaction patterns.Health Data Reports: Generate aggregate reports on community health trends and resource utilization.
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