Drones helping deliver medication during the Pandemic

Different ventures in the U.S, U.K & Ireland are employing the technology to reach far off places and people most in need

Both the United States and the United Kingdom are at the top when it comes to the number of COVID-19 infections and the resulting deaths. As is the case elsewhere, the majority of these deaths have been reported in the elderly population— coming across as the most vulnerable age group. While the local authorities have been scrambling their resources desperately to keep with the momentous challenge, examples of using technology to solve some of these problems have emerged.

During these rough times with countrywide lockdowns, supply chains and the need for them to keep functioning has gained critical importance. The physical distancing rules in effect globally to stop the spread of the virus have caused the people to stay pegged in their homes as much as possible. E-commerce giant, Amazon has become the front runner in providing all the essential supplies to people holed up in their residences, as people avoid going outside.

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