805 Sumenep Hajj Pilgrims Identified as High-Risk
Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- 805 out of 1,330 Hajj pilgrims from Sumenep, East Java, are categorized as high-risk.
- These pilgrims are elderly or have underlying health conditions like hypertension, diabetes, and heart disease.
- Health authorities are providing special care and assistance to these pilgrims throughout their Hajj journey.
The health of our Hajj pilgrims is of paramount importance. It is reassuring to know that the Sumenep Regency Health Office is proactively identifying and providing special care for the 805 pilgrims categorized as high-risk. These individuals, many of whom are elderly or have pre-existing conditions, will receive the necessary attention and assistance from health officials throughout their sacred journey to Mecca.
Data calon haji yang berisiko tinggi ini sesuai laporan yang kami terima dari hasil pemeriksaan kesehatan yang dilakukan petugas medis
The collaboration between the Health Office and the Hajj organizing committee ensures that these pilgrims are well-supported, from pre-departure preparations to their safe return. This diligent approach reflects our commitment to ensuring a safe and meaningful Hajj experience for all our citizens, especially those who require additional care. The integration of health assessments into the Hajj preparation process underscores the importance placed on the well-being of pilgrims undertaking this significant religious obligation.
Dinkes Sumenep telah melaporkan kondisi tersebut kepada panitia penyelenggara ibadah haji di Kabupaten Sumenep agar mereka mendapatkan pelayanan khusus selama menunaikan ibadah haji.
Originally published by CNN Indonesia in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.