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ORIGINAL RESEARCH article
Front. Disaster Emerg. Med.
Sec. Disaster Medicine
Volume 3 - 2025 |
doi: 10.3389/femer.2025.1534361
This article is part of the Research Topic Advancements and Challenges in Mass Gathering Medicine: Enhancing Health Outcomes View all 6 articles
Quality of Care and Challenges in Medical Convoy Transfers During Hajj Season 2023: A Cross-Sectional Study
Provisionally accepted- Global Center of Mass Gatherings Medicine, Ministry of Health, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
The Hajj pilgrimage, a significant spiritual journey for Muslims, occurs annually in Mecca, Saudi Arabia, attracting millions of participants from diverse backgrounds worldwide. This surge in pilgrims poses substantial challenges for healthcare services, as many face health risks due to physical exertion, dehydration, and exposure to infectious diseases. The unique healthcare demands during Hajj necessitate a thorough understanding of the quality of care provided and the challenges faced by medical convoys.
Keywords: Hajj, medical convoy, Patient Transfer, Risk Score for Transported Patients (RSTP), pilgrimage healthcare, Saudi Arabia, Healthcare Challenges
Received: 25 Nov 2024; Accepted: 17 Jan 2025.
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* Correspondence:
Ghadah Sulaiman Alsaleh, Global Center of Mass Gatherings Medicine, Ministry of Health, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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