55 hospitals and clinics serving pilgrims in Arafat

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Saudi Arabia has dedicated extensive health facilities to serve Hajj pilgrims in Arafat. (Supplied)
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Saudi Arabia has dedicated extensive health facilities to serve Hajj pilgrims in Arafat. (Supplied)
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Saudi Arabia has dedicated extensive health facilities to serve Hajj pilgrims in Arafat. (Supplied)
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Saudi Arabia has dedicated extensive health facilities to serve Hajj pilgrims in Arafat. (Supplied)
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Updated 09 July 2022
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55 hospitals and clinics serving pilgrims in Arafat

RIYADH: Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Health has revealed details of its 55 health-care facilities in Arafat, dedicated to serving pilgrims during this year’s Hajj.

These hospitals and clinics are unique, as they provide their services for one day only during the Hajj season.

This year, there are three hospitals — Jabal Al-Rahma, Namira, and East Arafat — with a total capacity of 493 beds. Of those, 108 beds are in intensive care units, 54 in emergency departments, and seven in operating theaters. The hospitals cover all medical specialties.

There are also 52 clinics equipped to treat heat stroke, aided by 13 ambulances and 36 paramedic teams.


Saudi watchdog warns of possible health risk from Nestle baby formula

Updated 06 January 2026
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Saudi watchdog warns of possible health risk from Nestle baby formula

  • Company voluntarily recalls its Nan, Alfamino, S-26 Gold and S-26 Ultima products over concerns they might be contaminated with cereulide, a toxin produced by bacteria
  • Saudi Food and Drug Authority says recall is precautionary and no related illnesses have been reported, but advises consumers to dispose of recalled products immediately

RIYADH: The Saudi Food and Drug Authority on Tuesday warned the public not to consume certain Nestle infant formula products, after the company issued a voluntary recall over concerns about possible contamination.

The advisory covers products marketed under the Nan, Alfamino, S-26 Gold and S-26 Ultima brands. They might be contaminated with cereulide, a toxin produced by the Bacillus cereus bacteria, which can pose a risk to infant health, the Saudi Press Agency reported.

The Saudi authority said the recall was a precautionary measure and no related illnesses have been reported. Possible symptoms of exposure can include nausea, repeated vomiting and abdominal pain.

It advised consumers to dispose of the recalled products immediately, and said it was coordinating with Nestle to ensure they are removed from stores and is monitoring the process.

Full details of the affected products, including batch numbers, are available at the Saudi Food and Drug Authority website. The organization said consumers can report any food safety concerns by calling 19999.