Hajj Heat Exhaustion Cases Drop by 90% as Over 1.67 Million Pilgrims Complete Rituals

Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Health announced a remarkable 90% decrease in heat exhaustion cases among pilgrims during the 2025 Hajj season, compared to the previous year.

This significant drop is attributed to targeted public health measures and enhanced coordination with various government agencies.

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Key Factors Contributing to the Decline

• Expanded Shaded Areas: Increased shaded zones across key sites provided relief from the intense summer heat.
• Cooling Supplies: Distribution of cooling equipment helped mitigate heat-related issues.
• Multilingual Awareness Campaigns: Educational initiatives raised awareness about preventing heat exhaustion.

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Medical Response

• Emergency Units: Medical teams and emergency units were strategically deployed across major sites to ensure rapid response to any health incidents.
• The ministry emphasized that these results are a direct outcome of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 initiatives, particularly the Health Sector Transformation Programme and the Pilgrim Experience Programme, aimed at enhancing safety and comfort for Hajj participants.

Pilgrim Statistics

According to the General Authority for Statistics (GASTAT), a total of 1,673,230 pilgrims performed Hajj in 2025:

• International Pilgrims: 1,506,576
• Domestic Pilgrims: 166,654 (including citizens and residents)

Demographic Breakdown

• Men: 877,841
• Women: 795,389
• Arrival Methods:
  • By Air: 1,435,017
  • By Land: 66,465
  • By Sea: 5,094

GASTAT noted that these figures were compiled using administrative records from the Ministry of Interior, ensuring high accuracy and reliability in Hajj statistics.

The ministry expressed satisfaction with the outcomes, stating, “Our efforts have enabled pilgrims to perform their rituals safely and comfortably.” This year’s sharp decline in heat-related illnesses demonstrates the effectiveness of stronger preventive actions put in place.

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