KUWAIT: Kuwait’s Ministry of Health on Friday called on pilgrims returning home after performing Hajj rituals to adhere to recommended preventive health guidelines to help prevent infectious diseases and safeguard the health of pilgrims, their families and the wider community.
This came in a press statement saying that the guidance comes as part of its ongoing health monitoring system implemented in line with the latest epidemiological developments and approved health standards.
The ministry stressed the importance of completing the prescribed preventive measures, especially taking preventive medication against meningitis during the final two days before leaving the holy sites, noting that vaccinations received before travel constitute a key pillar of health protection.
It explained that the post-Hajj period represents an important part of the prevention and health surveillance system, urging pilgrims to monitor their health for 21 days after returning home and to contact relevant health authorities during that period for guidance or support.
The ministry emphasized the need to visit the nearest health center or hospital immediately if symptoms such as fever, severe fatigue, loss of appetite, sore throat, persistent headache, cough, shortness of breath, skin rash, abdominal pain, diarrhea or vomiting appear, stressing the importance of informing medical staff about recent travel history to facilitate prompt medical evaluation and appropriate measures. It also urged pilgrims to follow preventive health practices, including wearing face masks when experiencing respiratory symptoms and avoiding contact with others until medical evaluation is completed.
The ministry reiterated the importance of protecting the elderly and people suffering from chronic diseases or weakened immunity and ensuring they have received recommended vaccinations when staying with returning pilgrims.
The ministry affirmed the importance of maintaining personal hygiene and using tissues when coughing or sneezing and disposing of them properly to help limit the spread of infection and protect members of society. It called on the public to contact hotline (151) for any inquiries or additional health information. (KUNA)
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