News-Medical.Net June 16, 2023
By Dr. Sanchari Sinha Dutta, Ph.D. Reviewed by Danielle Ellis, B.Sc.

Drones in healthcare are gaining popularity for delivering medicines and other medical supplies to remote and underserved regions. Recently, Zipline, the leading US-based manufacturer and operator of delivery drones, has formed several partnerships throughout Africa for delivering vaccines, blood products, and other medical supplies to rural and remote areas.

How could drones revolutionize healthcare?

Drones, also known as unmanned aerial vehicles, were originally developed for military missions in the USA and Britain during the First World War. In today’s world, drone technology has been harnessed to broaden its application in other vital sectors, including healthcare.

The emergence of telehealth and virtual care has made it possible to make reasonable diagnoses and provide healthcare solutions to hard-to-reach patients. However,...

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