Five heat exhaustion cases reported among Hajj pilgrims: Saudi health ministry

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Health has confirmed five cases of heat exhaustion among Hajj pilgrims amid rising summer temperatures at the holy sites.

All individuals affected received immediate medical attention and are currently in stable condition, the ministry said in a statement shared with Al Arabiya English.

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Health teams remain on high alert to respond swiftly to similar cases as part of the Kingdom’s broader commitment to safeguarding the health and safety of pilgrims.

The ministry urged pilgrims to stay hydrated, avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, and follow official health guidelines – such as using shaded walkways, wearing appropriate protective gear, and seeking help at the first signs of fatigue.

To support these efforts, multilingual awareness campaigns have been launched, and field preparedness has been reinforced, particularly in response to seasonal heat risks.

These measures are part of Saudi Arabia’s comprehensive health strategy to ensure a safe and healthy pilgrimage experience for millions of worshippers from around the world, the ministry said.

Earlier this week Saudi Minister of Health Fahad al-Jalajel confirmed that there are no reports of epidemic cases or risk of outbreaks as pilgrims began arriving in the Kingdom for the Hajj season.

“We are pleased to announce that no epidemic cases have been detected so far and there is no risk for outbreak of diseases. The health and safety of pilgrims remain our highest priority,” said al-Jalajel in an official statement shared with Al Arabiya English.

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