MAKKAH: A Moroccan pilgrim who had suffered a 鈥渟evere鈥� heart attack was admitted to King Abdullah Medical City in Makkah, where she received 鈥渦rgent care supported by smartwatch technology and continuous virtual monitoring,鈥� the Saudi Press Agency reported on Saturday.

The hospital, part of the Makkah Health Cluster, reported that the patient also suffered from chronic conditions including hypertension and diabetes.

She 鈥渦nderwent cardiac catheterization, during which a drug-eluting stent was placed in the left anterior descending artery,鈥� the SPA reported.

After stabilization, she was equipped with a smartwatch linked to the Seha Virtual Hospital system for remote monitoring, enabling her to complete her pilgrimage safely.

Later, in Mina, the smartwatch detected abnormal readings as the patient experienced chest pain again, triggering an alert. The virtual care team directed her to Mina Al-Jisr Hospital, where she was evaluated and admitted for observation. Once stable, she was discharged with a treatment plan and continued virtual follow-up.

This case 鈥渋llustrates the strength of 萝莉视频鈥檚 digital health infrastructure during Hajj and reflects the Ministry of Health鈥檚 progress toward Vision 2030, prioritizing high-quality, smart healthcare for pilgrims,鈥� the SPA wrote.