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Saudi Gazette
4 days ago
- Health
- Saudi Gazette
Haram Authority urges visitors to adhere to health precautionary guidelines
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — The General Authority for the Care of the Affairs of the Grand Mosque and the Prophet's Mosque has urged visitors to the Grand Mosque to adhere to health precautionary guidelines to ensure their safety and well-being. The authority emphasized the importance of wearing masks, regularly using hand sanitizers, washing hands with soap and water, avoiding sharing personal items, and staying adequately hydrated to prevent dehydration. Visitors are also advised to avoid overcrowding when entering and exiting the Grand Mosque, promptly visit the nearest health center if they experience any symptoms, and dispose of waste in designated areas to maintain a safe worship environment. The authority noted that healthcare services are available around the clock through three emergency centers operated by the Makkah Health Cluster within the mosque. These measures reflect the authority's ongoing commitment to the health and safety of worshippers, in line with the Saudi leadership's directives to provide all necessary services and facilities for visitors to perform their rituals with utmost comfort.
Gulf Business
09-06-2025
- Health
- Gulf Business
Healthcare innovation: How drones are transforming medicine delivery in Saudi
Image credit: Getty Images The healthcare system in Saudi Arabia has announced the successful pilot launch of a drone-based medicine delivery service between primary healthcare centers and hospitals in the holy sites. Read- This marks a significant milestone as a first-of-its-kind initiative. The project aims to enhance the efficiency of healthcare services provided to pilgrims during the 1446 Hajj season, The achievement was made possible through active collaboration between the Makkah Health Cluster and the National Unified Procurement Company (NUPCO), which jointly ensured the supply of medicines and medical equipment to the holy sites using drones. Purpose of the initiative The initiative is designed to accelerate response times and support healthcare operations by delivering medicines and medical supplies during Hajj. In one key instance, Mina Emergency Hospital received a drone delivery of ice packs used to treat heat exhaustion and sunstroke, as part of intensified preparedness efforts coinciding with the start of the stoning ritual on the first day of Eid Al-Adha. Drone-based delivery service: How the process works The drone-based delivery service follows a multi-phase process starting with preparation, including determining quantities and coordinating with healthcare facilities. The next phase involves packaging using advanced technology, in line with Saudi Food and Drug Authority regulations. Medical, pharmaceutical, and laboratory items are then processed, issued, and delivered to healthcare locations across the holy sites. The final phases include transport scheduling and real-time tracking via a central monitoring dashboard to ensure smooth operations. The initiative aligns with the healthcare system's commitment to creating a safe and healthy environment that enables pilgrims to perform their rituals with ease and comfort. It also reflects ongoing efforts to deliver world-class healthcare services in line with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.
Times of Oman
08-06-2025
- Health
- Times of Oman
Saudi Arabia announces successful first trial of drone-based medicine delivery in holy sites
Mina - Saudi Arabia announced the successful pilot launch of drone-based medicine delivery between primary healthcare centres and hospitals in the holy sites, marking a significant milestone and a first-of-its-kind initiative, Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported Saturday. The project aims to enhance the efficiency of healthcare services provided to pilgrims during the 1446 Hajj season. The achievement was made possible through active collaboration between the Makkah Health Cluster and the National Unified Procurement Company (NUPCO), which jointly ensured the supply of medicines and medical equipment to the holy sites using drones. The initiative is designed to accelerate response times and support healthcare operations by delivering medicines and medical supplies during Hajj. In one key instance, Mina Emergency Hospital received a drone delivery of ice packs used for treating heat exhaustion and sunstroke, as part of intensified preparedness efforts coinciding with the start of the stoning ritual on the first day of Eid Al-Adha. The initiative aligns with the healthcare system's commitment to creating a safe and healthy environment that enables pilgrims to perform their rituals with ease and comfort. It also reflects efforts to deliver world-class healthcare services in line with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.
Arabian Business
07-06-2025
- Health
- Arabian Business
Saudi Arabia announces successful trials of drone medicine delivery for Hajj pilgrims
Saudi Arabia has completed the pilot launch of drone-based medicine delivery between primary healthcare centres and hospitals in the holy sites. The project represents the first initiative of its kind and aims to enhance the efficiency of healthcare services provided to pilgrims during the 1446 Hajj season, the Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported on Saturday. The Makkah Health Cluster and the National Unified Procurement Company (NUPCO) collaborated to ensure the supply of medicines and medical equipment to the holy sites using drones. Saudi Arabia launches world's first drone medicine delivery system for Hajj pilgrims 2025 The initiative is designed to accelerate response times and support healthcare operations by delivering medicines and medical supplies during Hajj. Mina Emergency Hospital received a drone delivery of ice packs used for treating heat exhaustion and sunstroke, as part of preparedness efforts coinciding with the start of the stoning ritual on the first day of Eid Al-Adha. The initiative aligns with the healthcare system's commitment to creating a safe and healthy environment that enables pilgrims to perform their rituals with ease and comfort. It reflects efforts to deliver world-class healthcare services in line with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.
New Straits Times
07-06-2025
- Health
- New Straits Times
Drones deliver medicine to haj hospitals in first-ever trial
MINA: Saudi Arabia has, for the first time, deployed drones to deliver medicine and medical supplies to hospitals and healthcare centres at the holy sites, as part of a pilot initiative during this year's haj season. The operation, led by the Makkah Health Cluster in collaboration with the National Unified Procurement Company, marked a significant step in enhancing the speed and efficiency of healthcare logistics for pilgrims, Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported. Among the key deliveries was a shipment of ice packs to Mina Emergency Hospital for the treatment of heat exhaustion and sunstroke, coinciding with the start of the stoning ritual on the first day of Eid Al-Adha. The initiative follows a multi-phase process, including item preparation, advanced packaging in compliance with Saudi Food and Drug Authority regulations, and real-time monitoring via a central dashboard to ensure timely and secure delivery. Authorities said the system is designed to reduce response times and support emergency medical operations, especially during high-traffic periods at the holy sites. The drone-based delivery is part of wider efforts to modernise healthcare services under Saudi Vision 2030 and reflects the government's commitment to ensuring safe and efficient care for pilgrims throughout the Hajj period. – BERNAMA
