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Health guidance provided for pilgrims of all ages

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13/05/2025

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13/05/2025

Health guidance provided for pilgrims of all ages
Hajj service providers must meet high standards or face fines.

KUWAIT CITY, May 12: Yarmouk Health Center organized an awareness day for pilgrims under the title, “Towards a Healthy and Safe Hajj,” to provide comprehensive health guidance for pilgrims of all ages; focusing on promoting health and preventing potential health risks. Yarmouk Health Center Vice President Dr. Tasneem Al-Jarki told the newspaper that the activities included key themes with the participation of several departments, including Family Medicine, Pharmacy, Chronic Non-Communicable Diseases, Nutrition and Preventive Health.

The event included the provision of guidance for pilgrims on providing an appropriate diet during Hajj and choosing healthy foods to maintain energy and immunity. It also focused on providing the necessary guidance and tests for patients with chronic diseases. Al-Jarki disclosed that the Pharmacy Department provided numerous tips on storing medications in appropriate conditions and avoiding exposure to sunlight or humidity. “The department also provided accurate information on how to take medications correctly, especially chronic medications and nutritional supplements. Lists of medications pilgrims may need were also distributed, along with detailed dosages and times of use,” she confirmed. She added that the awareness day included advice from the Preventive Health Department on the importance of vaccinations, stressing the importance of obtaining the necessary vaccinations before performing Hajj, such as meningitis and influenza vaccines, to ensure the pilgrims are protected from infectious diseases.

By Marwa Al-Bahrawi
Al-Seyassah/Arab Times Staff