The Egyptian Ministry of Health and Population has provided medical examinations and treatments to 12,741 pilgrims through its 24 clinics in Mecca and Medina as part of the Egyptian Medical Mission for Hajj. Amr Rashid, leader of the Egyptian Ambulance Authority and the medical delegation, assured that all Egyptian pilgrims are free from contagious diseases. He highlighted the ongoing collaboration with Saudi health authorities and mentioned patient visits to Al Nour and Saudi German Hospitals in Mecca for health checks. Rashid also noted that medical teams are making regular visits to pilgrim accommodations in Mecca and Medina. He emphasized that no children are included in the group of visa-holding Egyptian pilgrims.

Source: Daily News Egypt June 13, 2024 12:39 UTC