Egypt’s Health Ministry Reports Over 30,000 Medical Services Provided to Pilgrims

The Egyptian Ministry of Health and Population has announced that it has delivered a total of 30,103 medical services through its medical mission clinics in the Holy Land of Saudi Arabia since the arrival of Egyptian pilgrims began, up until the evening of Friday, June 5.

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 good, with no outbreaks or spread of infectious diseases reported among them. This is part of ongoing coordination and collaboration with Saudi health authorities.

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

Meanwhile, Dr. Ahmed Mustafa, head of the Egyptian Hajj medical mission, noted that a total of 593 medical services were provided on Friday in clinics located in Mecca and Medina.

Regarding cases receiving specialized care in Saudi hospitals, Dr. Ahmed Mustafa reported that there are currently 36 patients hospitalized; 31 in Mecca (including 9 in internal medicine departments, 7 in intermediate care, and 14 in intensive care units, along with one in neonatal care) and 5 in Medina (3 in intensive care units and 2 in internal medicine departments).

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

The Ministry of Health and Population reaffirmed its commitment to continuously monitor Egyptian pilgrims at their accommodation sites while maintaining full coordination with Saudi health authorities to ensure that all guests perform their Hajj rituals in good health and complete safety.