Alliance for Pandemic Preparedness

March 2, 2020

Saudi Arabia`s measures to curb the COVID-19 outbreak: temporary suspension of the Umrah pilgrimage

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  • Saudia Arabia has placed restrictions on Umrah pilgrimage travelers to curb the spread of COVID-19. Umrah is considered smaller than the Hajj pilgrimage, but Umrah travelers tend to fly commercially and do not receive the same health education resources as Hajj pilgrims. Other factors increasing risk among Umrah pilgrims are described. 

Ebrahim et al. (Feb 28, 2020). Saudi Arabia`s measures to curb the COVID-19 outbreak: temporary suspension of the Umrah pilgrimage. J Travel Med. https://doi.org/10.1093/jtm/taaa029