Egypt’s Health Ministry Reports Over 27,000 Medical Services Provided to Pilgrims in Saudi Arabia

Medical Clinics for Pilgrims.

The Egyptian Ministry of Health and Population announced that it has provided a total of 27,438 medical services through its medical clinics for pilgrims in the holy sites of Saudi Arabia since the arrival of Egyptian pilgrims, up until the evening of Tuesday, June 2.

Dr. Hossam Abdel Ghaffar, the official spokesperson for the ministry, confirmed that the overall health condition of all Egyptian pilgrims in Saudi Arabia is stable and positive, with no outbreaks or spread of infectious diseases reported among them. This success is attributed to close coordination and ongoing cooperation with Saudi health authorities.

Dr. Hossam Abdel Ghaffar emphasized that the Egyptian medical mission teams are working around the clock to provide optimal preventive and therapeutic services to ensure the safety and comfort of Egyptian pilgrims.

Dr. Ahmed Mustafa, head of the Egyptian medical mission for Hajj, reported that a total of 1,259 medical services were provided on Tuesday alone at clinics in Mecca and Medina.

Regarding cases requiring specialized care in Saudi hospitals, Dr. Ahmed Mustafa stated that there are currently 44 patients hospitalized, with 35 cases in Mecca (16 in inpatient wards, 7 in intermediate care units, and 11 in intensive care units, along with one case in an incubator) and 9 cases in Medina (5 in intensive care and 4 in inpatient wards).

Dr. Ahmed Mustafa expressed sincere appreciation for the exceptional medical care and prompt professional support provided by Saudi hospitals to Egyptian pilgrims, which significantly contributes to improving their health conditions and expediting their recovery.

The Ministry of Health and Population reaffirms its commitment to continuously monitor the health status of Egyptian pilgrims at their accommodation locations while maintaining full coordination with Saudi health authorities to ensure that all guests performing Hajj enjoy good health and complete safety during their pilgrimage.