Sunday, August 09, 2026

First direct drone delivery of blood to the scene of traumatic injuries in Florida

Good, life saving news! This could be a breakthrough! "In traumas with hemorrhaging [severe blood loss], every minute matters."

"Tampa General Hospital is preparing to launch what it says will be the first drone system in the United States that delivers blood directly to the scene of traumatic injuries, allowing transfusions to begin on the spot. Average delivery times are expected to be under three minutes across the initial 70-square-mile service area."

"The technology is scheduled to come online in October 2026, subject to approval by the Hillsborough County Commission. The Board of County Commissioners is scheduled to convene on the matter on Sept. 2. ..."

Doomslayer: Progress Roundup - by Malcolm Cochran


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