Saudi Defense Ministry Deploys Mobile Field Hospital to Enhance Hajj Healthcare Services
Riyadh — In a landmark initiative to bolster healthcare services during the Hajj season, Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Defense has launched a fully equipped mobile field hospital at the holy sites for the first time.
The cutting-edge facility, unveiled on Wednesday, reflects the Kingdom’s unwavering commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of pilgrims during their spiritual journey. The Ministry described the move as part of a broader effort by the Joint Forces Command to facilitate a safe and healthy pilgrimage experience for all worshippers.
The mobile hospital comprises an expansive network of 29 medical trailers and 26 specialized modules, designed to serve as a fully functional healthcare unit. These include inpatient wards with a 50-bed capacity, a surgical operating room, intensive care and observation units, and an emergency department. The setup also features a radiology unit, medical laboratory, pharmacy, and a series of specialized outpatient clinics.
A dedicated recovery and sterilization wing further ensures readiness for surgical and emergency interventions.
“This initiative highlights the pivotal role played by the Ministry of Defense in strengthening the Kingdom’s health infrastructure at the holy sites,” the Ministry said in a statement.
In coordination with the Ministry of Health, the General Directorate for Health Services confirmed that it has rolled out a comprehensive medical strategy ahead of the Hajj season. This strategy includes the activation of 36 healthcare centers across Mina, Arafat, and Muzdalifah, boasting a combined capacity of over 1,000 beds.
To ensure seamless operations, 1,791 medical and administrative personnel have been deployed across fixed and mobile medical units, emergency hubs, and specialized clinics throughout the pilgrimage route.
Saudi Arabia continues to prioritize the health and security of pilgrims, introducing advanced healthcare solutions and infrastructure improvements to accommodate millions of worshippers converging for Hajj from around the world.
