Perry County Schools Purchases Draganfly Health Screening, Safety and Security System

Rhea-AI Summary

Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO) has successfully deployed its Smart Vital Kiosks in Perry County, Alabama, through the Perry County School District. These kiosks enable health screenings, including temperature, blood pressure, and oxygen saturation, enhancing privacy while capturing anonymous data. This initiative aligns with the U.S. Department of Education's focus on prioritizing health and safety in schools post-COVID-19. Draganfly's platform aims to improve health security for students and staff, reinforcing the commitment to a safe learning environment.

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• Deployment of Smart Vital Kiosks in Perry County Schools enhances safety and health monitoring.
• Kiosks screen multiple health metrics quickly, improving emergency response capabilities.
• Supports ongoing recovery efforts from the COVID-19 pandemic, aligning with national health priorities.

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• None.

Los Angeles, CA., April 27, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO) (CSE: DPRO) (FSE: 3U8) (“Draganfly” or the “Company”), an award-winning, industry-leading drone solutions and systems developer, announced today that the Company’s Vital Intelligence Smart Vital Kiosks have been implemented in Perry County, Alabama by the Perry County School District (“Perry County Schools”).

Perry County Schools is a public school district serving students from pre-kindergarten to grade 12.

Draganfly has installed the Company’s Smart Vital Kiosks, which can provide health screening for students and staff.

Powered by Draganfly’s Vital Intelligence platform, the Smart Vital Kiosks can screen, with voluntary consent, temperature, blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate and oxygen saturation (SpO2) in seconds. The system enhances privacy and always registers anonymous data of the individual being screened.

Draganfly’s Smart Vital system is an integral part of the Company’s Vital Intelligence health and safety solution, which is able to help screen, detect, assess and provide support against the potential threat of infectious diseases, including COVID-19.

As the United States continues to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. Department of Education claims it is more important than ever for schools and communities to prioritize the health and safety of students, staff and families. Schools are strongly encouraged to implement layered strategies to prevent the spread of infectious diseases as in-person learning resumes.

“Our main focus is the health, well-being and safety of our students, staff and community,” said Dr. Marcia Smiley, Superintendent of Perry County Schools. “Draganfly’s Smart Vital Kiosks will help Perry County Schools provide the healthiest instructional environment possible.”

“Every student has the right to a safe learning environment. We are incredibly grateful for the opportunity to work with Perry County Schools to uphold that commitment. Our Vital Intelligence platform adds another layer of health security, which will help provide peace of mind inside and outside of the classroom,” said Cameron Chell, CEO of Draganfly.

About Draganfly

Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO; CSE: DPRO; FSE: 3U8) is the creator of quality, cutting-edge drone solutions, software, and AI systems that revolutionize the way organizations can do business and service their stakeholders. Recognized as being at the forefront of technology for over 20 years, Draganfly is an award-winning industry leader serving the public safety, public health, mining, agriculture, industrial inspections, security, mapping, and surveying markets. Draganfly is a company driven by passion, ingenuity, and the need to provide efficient solutions and first-class services to its customers around the world with the goal of saving time, money, and lives.

For more information on Draganfly, please visit us at www.draganfly.com.
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FAQ

What are Draganfly's Smart Vital Kiosks?

Draganfly's Smart Vital Kiosks are health screening devices that measure temperature, blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and oxygen saturation.

Where have the Smart Vital Kiosks been implemented?

The Smart Vital Kiosks have been implemented in Perry County, Alabama, in the Perry County School District.

What is the significance of the Smart Vital Kiosks deployment?

The deployment aids in enhancing health and safety measures in schools, especially in the context of recovering from the COVID-19 pandemic.

When was the press release about Draganfly's kiosks issued?

The press release was issued on April 27, 2022.

What company ticker symbol corresponds to Draganfly?

The ticker symbol for Draganfly is DPRO.