Madinah Health Cluster has introduced smartwatches to monitor pilgrims’ vital signs in real time and connect them directly with healthcare professionals. The initiative aims to improve response times, enhance the quality of healthcare services provided to pilgrims, and enable them to complete their Hajj rituals safely and with peace of mind.
The project is part of the Cluster’s efforts to leverage advanced technologies and digital innovations during the Hajj season, enhancing healthcare quality and improving the beneficiary experience through smart solutions that support the objectives of the Health Sector Transformation Program.
The smartwatches continuously monitor several vital indicators, including heart rate, electrocardiogram (ECG), blood oxygen saturation, blood pressure, physical activity, and the beneficiary’s overall health status.
Health data is transmitted directly to an integrated digital monitoring platform connected to virtual clinics and digital monitoring rooms, enabling medical teams to respond rapidly when needed and provide timely healthcare.
The “Your Hajj Journey Companion” project is one of Madinah Health Cluster’s initiatives, implemented in collaboration with Seha Virtual Hospital, to advance smart healthcare and harness modern technologies in serving the Guests of Allah.