Transcript 11-Hajj & Health.ppt

Hajj & Health
Overview
• Introduction.
• Hajj & health 
 Health Guidelines (Before – During – After Hajj).
 Hajj Vaccinations.
 Chronic Diseases and Hajj.
 Woman And Child.
 Health Regulations. (prevention & control of
infectious disease)
 Hajj Health Companion.
• Resources.
Hajj
• is an annual Islamic pilgrimage to
Mecca, and a mandatory religious
duty for Muslims which must be
carried out at least once in lifetime
by all adult Muslims.
Total number of pilgrims (‫(الحجاج‬
from 1425 - 1434
Number of pilgrims
year
2,146,469
1425
2,258,050
1426
2,378,636
1427
2,454,325
1428
2,408,849
1429
2,313,278
1430
2,789,399
1431
2,927,717
1432
3,161,573
1433
1,980,249
1434
http://www.cdsi.gov.sa/2012-10-29-06-31-56
Central Department of Statistics and Information in KSA
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Health Guidelines
(Before – During – After Hajj )
Before Hajj
 Pre-Hajj Health Tips:
• Taking the necessary vaccinations, especially the elderly
and those suffering from chronic diseases.
• Seeing a doctor before travelling to verify of your health
stability, and ability to perform the Hajj.
• Taking sufficient medications, especially in case you
suffer from one of the diseases that require you to take
medications regularly, such as heart diseases,
hypertension, kidney diseases, asthma and diabetes
http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/HealthGuidelines/Pages/BeforeHajj.aspx
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Cont….
• Bringing enough cloths, since you'd better change your
cloths regularly and repetitively to maintain your hygiene.
• Carrying a detailed report of the medical diagnosis of
your case, and the required medications and doses, to
help follow up your case when need be
• Be sure that your personal bag includes the necessary
cleaning tools and supplies (towel, shavers, tooth paste
and brush, umbrella, loose cotton cloths, moisturizing
creams, etc.).
http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/HealthGuidelines/Pages/BeforeHajj.aspx
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Cont….
• In case you’re a diabetic, be sure to have a blood sugar
measurement device.
• It is advisable to move your legs every now and again
while sitting in the plain or bus, and walk for a while
every hour or two hours, to avoid kibe (swollen feet).
• In case you're suffering from persistent cough for more
than two weeks, you have to undergo the necessary
before travelling to be sure that you don't have
tuberculosis.
http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/HealthGuidelines/Pages/BeforeHajj.aspx
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Hajj Vaccinations
Vaccination
Timing
Meningococcal vaccination​
​At least 10 days before Hajj
​Vaccination against yellow fever
​At least 10 days before Hajj
​Vaccination against seasonal
influenza
​Six weeks before Hajj.
​Vaccination against pneumonia
-
​Polio vaccination
​At least 10 days before Hajj
Obligatory
to people coming from areas
where yellow fever is endemic
Obligatory
Obligatory only for
immunocompromised
people coming from areas
where polio virus is endemic.
http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/HealthGuidelines/Pages/BeforeHajj.aspx
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During Hajj
Health Tips to Be Followed During Hajj:
First: Health Tips for Hajj and Umrah Pilgrims 
A. Hygiene and General Cleanliness
B. Shaving and Hair cutting
C. Protection Against Food Poisoning During Hajj
http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/HealthGuidelines/Pages/DuringHajj.aspx MOH
• Second: Common Diseases during Hajj 
A.
B.
C.
D.
E.
F.
Respiratory diseases.
Gastrointestinal (digestive) diseases.
Food poisoning.
Dermatology (skin diseases).
Dry eye.
Sun strokes and heat exhaustion.
http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/HealthGuidelines/Pages/DuringHajj.aspx MOH
• Remember: that the Hajj is a precious
opportunity to give up smoking, you should
capitalize on successfully.
http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/HealthGuidelines/Pages/DuringHajj.aspx MOH
After Hajj
Post-Hajj Health Tips:
A considerable number of pilgrims undergo some of the
common symptoms after the Hajj such as: strain, muscle
pains and aches, headache, cold, laziness, irregular sleep,
and complexion-darkening. And such symptoms result from
exposure to sunlight beams, excessive movement without
adequate fitness, and getting infected with cold and
influenza.
http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/HealthGuidelines/Pages/AfterHajj.aspx MOH
Here are some pieces of advice related to
your health and the health of those living
along after returning to your country
safely.
http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/HealthGuidelines/Pages/AfterHajj.aspx MOH
• If you were suffering from flu, make a point of not
transmitting the infection to others through sneezing or
coughing; and this is through following these preventive
procedures 
A. Using handkerchiefs to cover the nose and mouth when
sneezing or coughing, then throw them away in the
wastepaper basket.
B. Making a point of washing hands repeatedly in a correct
way.
http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/HealthGuidelines/Pages/AfterHajj.aspx MOH
• And you should do the following 
A. Taking a great deal of rest and drinking fluids, as this
helps you recover, God willing.
B. Taking analgesics when needed.
C. Seeing a doctor when necessary.
D. If you found out during the Hajj that you would suffer
from a specific disease such as diabetes or
hypertension, make a point of seeing a doctor and taking
the necessary steps after returning from the Hajj.
http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/HealthGuidelines/Pages/AfterHajj.aspx MOH
Chronic Diseases
and Hajj
http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/HealthGuidelines/Pages/ChronicDiseases.aspx
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1- heart and hypertension
 Health tips 
• To see the doctor to make sure of the ability of performing the hajj
and to give you the proper health tips.
• To make a point of always holding your medicines, storing them in a
proper way and in a proper, easily reachable place.
• To adhere to take medicines at a regular basis and on time
• If you were of those conducive to sustain Angina pains, you should
consult the doctor holding your Nitroglycerine tablets.
• Not to expose for any excessive physical effort and use the wheel
chair during the Tawaf .
• Not to expose to the excessive reactions and nervousness.
http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/HealthGuidelines/Pages/ChronicDiseases.aspx
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2- Diabetics
Health Tips 
• To be interested in putting a bracelet around the wrist or holding an
identification card indicating that the or she is a diabetic patient.
• To make a point of bringing glucose meter to determine the glucose
rate daily and regularly.
• To make a point of taking an enough amount of the diabetic
medicine.
• To make sure of keeping the insulin cool during its moving and
storing.
• To make a point of, during the Hajj, wearing a snug pair of socks to
protect your feet from any ulcers, and avoiding walking barefoot.
• If complications: such as the inflammations, skin ulcers occurred,
you should consult the diabetes doctor.
http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/HealthGuidelines/Pages/ChronicDiseases.aspx
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Cont….
• Remember  Stop temporarily
performing the rites if you felt the glucose
reduction symptoms such as severe
fatigue, sudden hunger, blurring, or
excessive sweating; and see if you could
go on performing the rites or not.
http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/HealthGuidelines/Pages/ChronicDiseases.aspx
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3- Asthma
Health tips 
• To see the respiratory diseases doctor.
• To adhere to taking medicines regularly whether they are
tablets or inhalers.
• To take a great deal of rest repeatedly and avoid
overcrowded places.
• To wear face-mask when needed.
http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/HealthGuidelines/Pages/ChronicDiseases.aspx
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4- Epilepsy
Health tips 
• To inform the convoy's doctor with your illness to perform
his or her duty when necessary.
• To make a point of bringing an enough amount of the
medicines.
• To avoid excessive strain and reactions.
• To make a point of always bringing any of the relatives
or friends along while performing the rites in anticipation
of any emergency.
http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/HealthGuidelines/Pages/ChronicDiseases.aspx
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Woman And Child
http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/HealthGuidelines/Pages/WomanAndChild.aspx MOH
The Hajj is a hard journey and requires
great effort. And woman has their own
status during the hajj; they could be
pregnant, experience the menstrual
period, or suffer because of their
physical configuration from excessive
hardship.
http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/HealthGuidelines/Pages/WomanAndChild.aspx MOH
1- Menstrual Period
• Each woman has their own nature, so they
must consult the gyncaecologist to
recognize suitable medicines, helping them
perform the Hajj rites smoothly and easily.
http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/HealthGuidelines/Pages/WomanAndChild.aspx MOH
2- Pregnant Women
 It is recommended postponing the Hajj for the
pregnant woman for the following reasons 
•
They could experience some complications such as
inflammations or be vulnerable to any infection.
• They are likely to sustain sun strokes.
• They are likely be vulnerable to physical exhaustion as a
result of walking for long distances.
http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/HealthGuidelines/Pages/WomanAndChild.aspx MOH
 The pregnant should postpone Hajj in
the following cases 
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•
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Preterm birth disease history.
Early miscarriage cases.
Suffering from pregnancy diabetes.
Heart and hypertension diseases or kidney
patients and others
http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/HealthGuidelines/Pages/WomanAndChild.aspx MOH
Health Regulations
http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/Pages/HealthRegulations.aspx
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 First: Regulations must be met by
visitors to obtain an Entry Visa for Hajj
and Umrah:
1- Yellow Fever.
2- Meningococcal Meningitis.
3- Poliomyelitis.
4- Seasonal Influenza.
http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/Pages/HealthRegulations.aspx
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 Second: Health Education
• Health authorities in countries of origin are
required to provide information to pilgrims
on infectious diseases symptoms, methods
of transmission, complications, and means
of prevention.
http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/Pages/HealthRegulations.aspx
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 Third: Food Material
• Hajj and Umrah performers are not allowed
to bring fresh food in Saudi Arabia. Only
properly canned or sealed food or food
stored in containers with easy access for
inspection is allowed in small quantities
http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/Pages/HealthRegulations.aspx
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 Fourth: Special Precautions to MERS-COV
• The Saudi Ministry of Health recommends
that elderly (above 65 years of age) and
those with chronic diseases (e.g. heart
disease, kidney disease, respiratory disease,
diabetes) and pilgrims with immune
deficiency (congenital and acquired),
Malignancy and terminal illnesses, pregnant
women and children coming for Hajj and
Umrah this year, to postpone the
performance of the Hajj and Umrah for their
own safety.
http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/Pages/HealthRegulations.aspx
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 Fifth: Health Requirements Concerning
Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) 
• In response to the outbreak of Ebola haemorrhagic fever in
West African countries (Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone) the
following protective measures should be applied:
1. No visa to the KSA for Hajj, Umrah.
2. To make sure that all visitors to KSA at point of entries (air, sea
and ground) fill the Ebola screening card before entering the
KSA.
http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/Pages/HealthRegulations.aspx
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Hajj Health Companion
Resources;
• http://www.moh.gov.sa/en/Hajj/Pages/defa
ult.aspx
• http://www.cdsi.gov.sa/2012-10-29-06-3156
Done by;
Mohammed
Alwahibi
Abdulaziz Alshabibi
Khalid
Alsdhan
Waleed
Alkhamis
Zaid Alhamdan
Abdulaziz Alsaif
Talal Alawaji
Thanks