Many of the health problems pilgrims experience during Hajj can be traced back to gaps that existed before departure—a vaccine arranged too late, a prescription not refilled, or a chronic condition not reviewed prior to travel. Once the pilgrimage begins, accessing medical care is more challenging, and making adjustments becomes much more difficult.
This section covers the two of the most important areas of pre‑travel health preparation: Consulting your doctor before Hajj, and what to pack in your health kit.