Islamabad, Nov 1: According to reports, the Ministry of Religious Affairs has implemented stringent health regulations for the impending Hajj, in accordance with Saudi Arabia’s most recent health norms.
In order to safeguard vulnerable groups during the pilgrimage, the updated policy places restrictions for people with certain severe medical conditions.
Those with serious health issues, including as cancer, heart, respiratory, or kidney problems, will not be allowed to travel for the Hajj, the ministry said.
Presenting a health certificate attesting to one’s suitability for the pilgrimage is now mandatory.
This new rule excludes people with lung conditions, dialysis users, and those who have just had a heart attack.
Those with severe mental health disorders, neurological disorders, or liver failure are among the other restricted populations.
The exclusion list also includes disorders connected to memory, such as amnesia, and physical limitations that impair mobility.
Additionally forbidden are ladies who are more than seven months pregnant and those who have infectious disorders like tuberculosis or recent virus infections.
The ministry has made vaccines against meningitis, influenza, COVID-19, and polio mandatory for all aspiring pilgrims in an effort to further protect public health.
In accordance with Saudi Arabia’s health and safety regulations, this health policy demonstrates the ministry’s dedication to making sure that everyone doing the Hajj has a safe experience.
