A large number of people attend these spiritual gatherings, which can increase your chance of getting sick or injured.
How can you protect yourself?
- Book an appointment with a travel health clinic before you travel (preferably up to six weeks in advance).
- Learn about your destination.
- Follow tips to prevent illness.
Learn more:
- Prepare for a healthy Hajj or Umrah trip (Government of Canada)
- Travel Health Notice, Hajj and Umrah in 2018