In fact, if they can get exemptions on the ritual, they should do so. Companions should socialize with elder pilgrims under their charge – to pray together, do dhikr together, and to prevent them from partaking in activities that may cause them to become exhausted, like wandering around or shopping. We further suggest that these elder pilgrims be moved in wheelchairs during the sa’i ritual,” dr. Imran said.
He further notes that high temperatures during the daytime, which are frequently followed by rains in the afternoon until dusk, also increases the risk of pilgrims catching chronic lung disease or upper respiratory tract infection.
“Try to get them to keep their filter masks on, because it protects them from both heat and dust exposure. Pilgrims who already suffer from health complaints before their departure from the Homeland, such as hypertension, should bring a sufficient amount their prescribed medications, and take them regularly, as stipulated by their doctors.”
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Finally, dr. Liliek requests that all Indonesian hajj pilgrims refrain from pushing themselves into performing excessive physical activities. “Please adjust your performance of the ritual according to your personal ability. Save your energy to ensure your health as well as the smoothness of the ritual’s performance – especially peak hajj ritual on 8-12 Dhu al-Hijja 1444 Hijra (26-31 July 2023 CE).
Drink at least one glass, or 200 ml, of plain water every hour. Use protective items like umbrellas, sunshades, water sprays, and footwear whenever you step out of the hotel. Other than drinking to keep yourself hydrated from the inside, the water spray can be used to hydrate your skin from the outside to keep it from getting dry and irritated,” he advised. (est)