Hajj 2025: Saudi Arabia to ban pilgrims with these health issues
29 August, 2024 18:47
The Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has released new health advisory for the upcoming Hajj 2025 pilgrimage.
According to the advisory, individuals suffering from complex medical conditions such as severe kidney, heart, lung, liver diseases, and cancer will not be permitted to undertake the Hajj pilgrimage.
Additionally, those diagnosed with dementia, contagious diseases like tuberculosis, whooping cough, and similar illnesses will also be barred from participating.
The advisory also specifies that children under 12 years of age and pregnant women will not be allowed to perform Hajj.
Furthermore, all pilgrims will be required to be vaccinated against meningitis, COVID-19, seasonal influenza, and polio, as part of the health protocols set forth by the Saudi authorities.
According to the Ministry of Religious Affairs spokesperson Muhammad Umar Butt, these measures are designed to prevent the spread of infectious diseases and protect the health of all pilgrims.
Catch all the Health News, World News, Breaking News Event and Trending News Updates on GTV News
Join Our Whatsapp Channel GTV Whatsapp Official Channel to get the Daily News Update & Follow us on Google News.
Must Read
