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Diseases Led to Refer Iranian Pilgrims From Hajj in 2012

Seyyed Mostafa Mortazavi1, Ali Torkan1, Aminreza Tabatabaei1

  • 1Department of Education and Research, Hajj and Pilgrimage Health Research Center, Tehran, IR Iran.

Iranian Red Crescent Medical Journal
|October 1, 2015
PubMed

Insights

Iranian pilgrims frequently returned home from Hajj due to new or worsening illnesses, with psychiatric issues being the most common reason. This highlights the need for improved pre-Hajj screening and care to prevent such medical referrals.

Area of Science:

  • Medical Science
  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Pilgrims undertaking the Hajj ceremony may contract new illnesses or experience exacerbations of existing conditions.
  • These health issues often necessitate prolonged and specialized medical treatment.
  • Understanding the reasons for pilgrims' return to Iran is crucial for effective public health policy and preventive strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the primary causes for Iranian pilgrims being referred back to Iran during the Hajj pilgrimage in 2012.

Main Methods:

  • A cross-sectional study design was employed.
  • Data were collected from all Iranian pilgrims referred to Iran during the 2012 Hajj.
  • Analysis included demographic data and the specific reasons for medical referral during and after Hajj rituals.

Main Results:

  • A total of 106 Iranian pilgrims were referred back to Iran in 2012.
  • Psychiatric problems accounted for the highest proportion of referrals at 26.4%.
  • A statistically significant difference (P = 0.001) was found in the reasons for referral before and after Hajj rituals.

Conclusions:

  • Psychiatric, neurological, gastrointestinal, and respiratory diseases are the most common reasons for pilgrims needing to return to Iran.
  • Enhanced pre-Hajj screening and medical care are recommended to mitigate patient referrals and associated complications.
Abstract

Keywords:
AbilityHealthNeurologyPolicy MakingPsychiatry

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