28-03-2025
Saudi Red Crescent Performs 1st Medical Evacuation from Grand Mosque's New Helipad
The Saudi Red Crescent Authority (SRCA) has successfully carried out its first air medical evacuation from the Grand Mosque using a newly operational ambulance helipad in the Third Saudi Expansion area. This milestone underscores a major enhancement in emergency medical services for visitors to the holy site.
The urgent operation was launched after a patient suffering from a heart attack was admitted to Al Haram Emergency Hospital. After receiving initial treatment, the individual was swiftly airlifted to King Abdullah Medical City for advanced care, adhering to the highest medical standards for critical cases.
The introduction of air evacuation services significantly improves emergency response times at the Grand Mosque. The helipad enables rapid transfers of critically ill patients to specialized hospitals, enhancing life-saving efforts and ensuring prompt access to advanced medical treatment.
These measures highlight Saudi Arabia's dedication to upgrading healthcare infrastructure at the Grand Mosque, ensuring top-tier medical services for visitors—particularly during Hajj and Umrah seasons, which see a massive influx of pilgrims.
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