California health system to use drones for deliveries

UC San Diego Health will partner with UPS on the project

UC San Diego Health is launching a drone transport program to speed up delivery time of medical samples, supplies and documents between its hospitals, according to an article on the Becker's Hospital Review website.

The health system will partner with UPS on the project.

At first, the program will only include Jacobs Medical Center, Moores Cancer Center and the Center for Advanced Laboratory Medicine.

The program is part of an effort started last July by UPS to improve delivery of medical supplies.

Read the article.

February 12, 2020

Topic Area: Maintenance and Operations

Recent Posts

Hand, Foot and Mouth Disease on the Rise

A number of states are reporting an uptick in HFMD, a highly contagious viral illness that primarily affects infants and young children.

Preparing for the Hazards of Winter Weather

Winter is here and healthcare facilities must be ready for inclement weather to prevent slips and falls.

BayCare Reveals Pagidipati Children's Hospital at St. Joseph's

It is a freestanding facility scheduled to open in 2030.

Why Identity Governance Is Becoming a Facilities Management Issue

As healthcare buildings grow more connected, weak identity controls can expose HVAC, security and other critical systems to serious risk.

Habitat Health Opens South Los Angeles PACE Center

The new center strengthens the local care infrastructure, delivering integrated medical, social and in-home care.

FREE Newsletter Signup Form

News & Updates | Webcast Alerts
Building Technologies | & More!

All fields are required. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Job Board ‐ Available Jobs

Recent Jobs For Facility Professionals