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Thu, November 7, 2024
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Hajj 2023: Saudi Arabia Successfully Conducts Experiment To Transport Blood Units Via Drones

Source: Hilotherm/Daily Sabah

During this year’s Hajj, the annual religious pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia, an exciting and innovative development unfolded that has the potential to revolutionize medical services in holy areas. The Saudi Post (SPL) and the Ministry of Health joined forces to introduce an ingenious concept involving the use of drones.

Facility for the pilgrims

The unmanned aerial vehicles were employed to swiftly transport vital blood supplies to critical locations, especially in moments of medical emergencies amidst the congregating pilgrims. In the past, the process of delivering blood would consume around 2.5 hours, but with the integration of drones, this time has been dramatically reduced to a mere 2 minutes.

Source: Daily Sabah
Source: Daily Sabah

This remarkable transformation not only ensures timely medical assistance but also aligns seamlessly with Saudi Arabia’s visionary plan, Vision 2030.

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The collaborative efforts between the Saudi Ministry of Health and the Saudi Post exemplify the nation’s commitment to embracing cutting-edge technology to enhance public services, and this initiative stands as a remarkable stride towards achieving the ambitious goals of Vision 2030.

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