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Building climate-resilient infrastructure for Hajj pilgrims: A path to safer and sustainable pilgrimage

Year: 2025

Type: editorial

Abstract: With the increase in global temperatures, large events like the Hajj pilgrimage encounter increased environmental hazards, particularly in areas experiencing intense summer heat. For millions of Muslims globally, Hajj is a spiritual pilgrimage and a physical trial under arduous circumstances. Establishing climate-resilient infrastructure is essential to protect pilgrims, especially the elderly and persons with pre-existing health disorders susceptible to heat-related ailments. This editorial examines Saudi Arabia's initiatives to enhance Hajj infrastructure through climate-responsive tents, advanced cooling technologies for communal areas, and extensive pre-Hajj health education. The incorporation of these features improves the safety and comfort of pilgrims, aligning with Saudi Arabia's overarching objectives for sustainable event management and establishing a global benchmark in climate adaptation for large gatherings.

Source: Mass gathering medicine.

DOI: 10.1016/j.mgmed.2025.100012

Authors: Mohamed Baklola, Mohamed Terra, Najim Z. Alshahrani

Institutions: Mansoura University, University of Jeddah

Language: English

Topic: Travel-related health issues

Subfield: Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Climate action, Sustainable cities and communities, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,400

OpenAlex ID: W4407249668

Cites: 15

Cited by: 5

Related to: 10