Medical units to escort pilgrims from Qatar during Hajj rites

QNA

Makkah: All members of the medical unit escorting the Qatari Hajj mission have arrived in the holy land. The mission includes 36 medical practitioners, nurses, paramedics, and pharmacists to provide comprehensive health care for the pilgrims of Qatar during their stay at the accommodation compounds in Makkah.

The medical unit comprises a variety of specializations, such as internal medicine, cardiology, communicable diseases, emergency, ear, nose, and throat, first aid, and nursing. Also, the unit is escorted by a top-notch ambulance vehicle with world-class health capabilities.

The medical unit operates in collaboration with the health authorities in Saudi Arabia and is set to finalize the establishment of clinics in Mina, Arafat and Muzdalifah, during the coming days.

Additionally, the unit comprises isolation chambers and clinics for both genders in Makkah and the Holy Sites, in addition to providing all essential treatments around the clock for the pilgrims, since the State of Qatar gives foremost priority to ensure high-class amenities for all pilgrims, as well as best health care and public safety.

The medical unit will escort the pilgrims of Qatar during their movements starting from the first rites until the end of pilgrimage rituals to safeguard their safety and respond to their requests.

The medical centers of the Qatari Hajj Mission had received the license a few days ago from the professional medical bodies at the Saudi Ministry of Health, following a visit made by a professional delegation from the Saudi Ministry of Health to the Qatari Hajj Mission to ensure that these centers comply with all essential requirements to obtain the license. Also, all Qatari medical cadres received the license to embark on their mission.