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Gulf Insider
2 days ago
- Health
- Gulf Insider
Saudi Arabia's Health Sector Handles Surge In Hajj Medical Meeds With Zero Fatalities
Saudi Arabia's healthcare system has reported treating five cases of heat exhaustion among pilgrims since the start of this year's Hajj season, the Ministry of Health confirmed on Saturday. All patients have recovered, highlighting the Kingdom's ongoing commitment to ensuring the safety and health of the millions participating in the annual pilgrimage. The Ministry stressed that these cases were managed successfully under the comprehensive Health Sector Transformation Program and the Pilgrim Experience Program, initiatives aimed at providing optimal medical care and enhancing the overall pilgrim journey. So far during Hajj 1446, more than 78,000 medical services have been delivered to pilgrims. Primary healthcare centres have welcomed upwards of 46,000 pilgrims, while emergency departments have handled 17,000 cases. Outpatient clinics have recorded over 860 visits, providing a wide range of medical support available across various facilities. Hospital admissions have surpassed 3,000, including more than 1,600 cases requiring intensive care unit (ICU) treatment. The Ministry also reported that it performed eight open-heart surgeries and 104 cardiac catheterisation procedures amid the pilgrimage period. The Ministry of Health's 937 Health Call Centre has received over 27,000 medical consultations, stressing that the system is fully ready to deliver immediate medical advice and assistance. The Ministry emphasised that healthcare services would continue at full operational capacity throughout the Hajj season, in line with the Kingdom's commitment to public health, safety, and the smooth delivery of services for all pilgrims.
Saudi Gazette
3 days ago
- Health
- Saudi Gazette
Over 78,000 medical services provided to pilgrims as Saudi health system reports 5 heat exhaustion cases
Saudi Gazette report MAKKAH — Saudi Arabia's healthcare system has treated five cases of heat exhaustion among pilgrims since the beginning of the Hajj season until the second day of Dhul Hijjah, the Ministry of Health confirmed. All cases were successfully managed, reflecting the Kingdom's comprehensive efforts to ensure optimal medical care under the Health Sector Transformation Program and the Pilgrim Experience Program. As of this point in the Hajj season, the Saudi health system has provided over 78,000 medical services to pilgrims. More than 46,000 pilgrims have been received at primary healthcare centers, while emergency departments have handled 17,000 cases. Outpatient clinics have recorded over 860 visits. In terms of hospital admissions, more than 3,000 pilgrims have been hospitalized, including over 1,600 in intensive care units. The Ministry of Health has also performed eight open-heart surgeries and 104 cardiac catheterization procedures during the ongoing pilgrimage. The Health Call Center 937 received more than 27,000 medical consultations, underscoring the preparedness of Saudi Arabia's healthcare infrastructure and its responsiveness in delivering reliable and immediate medical support to pilgrims. Health authorities continue to provide services at the highest standards throughout Hajj 1446 to ensure the well-being of pilgrims and the continuity of safe, efficient medical care across all facilities.
Saudi Gazette
18-05-2025
- Saudi Gazette
Interior Ministry: Over 1 million pilgrims benefit from Makkah Route Initiative
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — The Ministry of Interior announced on Sunday that more than one million pilgrims have benefited from the Makkah Route Initiative since its launch, reaffirming the Kingdom's commitment to serving pilgrims. Now in its seventh year, the initiative is carried out in coordination with several government entities, including the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Health, Ministry of Hajj and Umrah, and Ministry of Media; the Saudi Data and AI Authority (SDAIA); the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority; the General Authority for Awqaf; the Pilgrim Experience Program; and the General Directorate of Passports. As part of the Pilgrim Experience Program under Saudi Vision 2030, the initiative streamlines pre-travel procedures for pilgrims at 11 airports across seven countries: Malaysia, Indonesia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Morocco, Türkiye, and Côte d'Ivoire. Services begin in the pilgrims' home countries with biometric data collection, electronic Hajj visa issuance, and passport processing, ensuring compliance with health protocols. Luggage is tagged and sorted according to transportation and accommodation details, and pilgrims are transported directly upon arrival to their residences in Makkah and Madinah. The program, led by multilingual national teams and supported by advanced technology, ensures a smooth and spiritual experience for all participants.
Saudi Gazette
17-05-2025
- Saudi Gazette
SDAIA president checks Hajj tech readiness across 11 international airports
Saudi Gazette report RIYADH — President of the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) Dr. Abdullah Alghamdi reviewed the work of SDAIA's technical teams at 11 airports in seven countries under the Makkah Route Initiative 2025, which is being implemented by the Ministry of Interior as part of Pilgrim Experience Program, one of the programs of the Kingdom's Vision 2030. He highlighted the importance of serving pilgrims and the need for greater efforts to ensure the initiative's success. This update followed a virtual meeting held on Friday by Dr. Abdullah Alghamdi with the SDAIA teams working on this year's Makkah Route Initiative. Also present were SDAIA Vice President Eng. Sami bin Abdullah Muqeem and Director of the National Information Center at SDAIA Dr. Esam Alwagait. The SDAIA president assessed the readiness of technical personnel and the integration of pilgrim services to ease their travel to Saudi Arabia for Hajj. This included reviewing fixed and mobile airport workstations with advanced digital technology and efficient biometric registration in pilgrims' home countries, all supported by a top-tier technical infrastructure ensuring swift travel procedures.
Saudi Gazette
16-05-2025
- Health
- Saudi Gazette
Saudi Ministry of Health launches multilingual awareness kit for Hajj 1446
Saudi Gazette report JEDDAH — The Saudi Ministry of Health has released the Health Awareness Kit for the Hajj season of 1446 AH. The initiative supports ongoing efforts to enhance public health awareness and prevention during Hajj and aligns with the objectives of the Health Sector Transformation Program and the Pilgrim Experience Program. The comprehensive kit includes health guidelines in eight languages — Arabic, English, French, Urdu, Persian, Indonesian, Malay, and Turkish — ensuring accessibility to pilgrims from across the globe. Key components of the kit include guidance on preventing heat exhaustion, such as the use of umbrellas to avoid direct sun exposure and the importance of regular hydration. The resources aim to ensure that pilgrims can perform their rituals in good health and peace of mind. In addition to written materials, the kit features awareness videos, social media posts, and printable educational tools promoting healthy practices and preventive measures. These materials are designed to reduce health risks and foster a safer pilgrimage environment. The Ministry encouraged pilgrims and Hajj workers to download and benefit from the kit's content.
