The United Arab Emirates (UAE) government has issued health guidelines for the annual Hajj pilgrimage.
The Hajj 2023 will begin on June 26 and pilgrims from around the world have already started leaving for Saudi Arabia.
In its guidelines, the UAE’s Ministry of Health and Prevention has advised pilgrims to follow healthy behaviours and take precautionary measures to avoid inconvenience while performing Haj.
أثناء الحج، من الضروري اتباع الإجراءات الوقائية والصحية لتجنب الأمراض، وذلك من خلال اتباع عدد من الإرشادات. تعرف إليها.#وزارة_الصحة_ووقاية_المجتمع_الإمارات#موسم_الحج2023#حج_صحي_وآمن pic.twitter.com/v2TrRcMWCu
— وزارة الصحة ووقاية المجتمع – MOHAP UAE (@mohapuae) June 20, 2023
Precautions to take during Hajj 2023
- Avoid direct exposure to sunlight, use sunscreen, stay in a shaded area, and use an umbrella.
- Drink plenty of water and fluids to replace lost sweat.
- Consider wearing masks when in a crowd to stay away from respiratory infections.
- Stay away from those showing symptoms of infections or skin rashes, and inform the concerned authorities.
- Refrain from touching your nose, mouth and eyes, and adhere to cough and sneeze etiquette.
- Wash or sanitise your hands frequently, especially after touching surfaces, using the washroom and before eating.
Nutrition during Hajj
- Do not buy uncovered foods, and wash fruits and vegetables well before eating them.
- Check the food expiration date before eating it and read the labels to know their contents and nutritional value.
- Do not store cooked food at room temperature for more than two hours as this leads to bacterial growth.
- Eat meals regularly to maintain your energy levels and avoid fatigue.
- Do not consume large quantities of energy-boosting drinks such as coffee and tea as they cause dehydration and extreme thirst.
The Ministry of Hajj and Umrah welcomes the guests of Rahman:
• More than 2 million pilgrims coming from more than 160 countries around the world.
• More than 32,000 health practitioners serving the pilgrims. pic.twitter.com/wkiq6R813o— The Holy Mosques (@theholymosques) June 20, 2023
Measures to take after Hajj
- After performing the pilgrimage, people must take enough rest and stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids.
- In case of fever and cough after returning from Haj, one must see a doctor and keep the mouth and nose covered while sneezing.
- In such cases, avoid close contact with others to avoid infecting them.
Source: Khaleej Times
