RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Health has launched the Hajj 1447 AH Health Awareness Guide in eight languages under the slogan “Hajj in Health,” aiming to promote preventive awareness and safeguard the well-being of pilgrims arriving from across the globe.
The guide accompanies pilgrims throughout their entire health journey — from pre-Hajj requirements to on-ground guidance — covering protection against heat exhaustion and heatstroke, prevention of respiratory infections in high-density crowds, and food safety measures to guard against foodborne illness.
The guide also includes first aid instructions and rapid response steps for emergencies prior to reaching medical care, alongside tailored guidance for high-priority groups, helping reduce potential complications and maintain their health stability throughout the performance of rituals.
The guide is available in Arabic, English, French, Urdu, Persian, Indonesian, Turkish, and Malay — ensuring health messages reach pilgrims of all nationalities and linguistic backgrounds.
The initiative falls under the Health Sector Transformation Program, an integral part of Saudi Vision 2030.
The ministry reaffirmed its commitment to continuously developing awareness content that empowers pilgrims to perform their rites in a safe and healthy environment.
The guide is available here: https://static.moh.gov.sa/assets/pdf/Hajj-Book-Arabic.pdf.
