A 65-year-old Nigerian pilgrim was successfully resuscitated by the Saudi Red Crescent Authority (SRCA) after experiencing a sudden cardiac arrest and respiratory failure inside the Miqat Mosque in Madinah during the ongoing 2025 Hajj pilgrimage.
The prompt intervention by SRCA medical personnel at the mosque ensured the pilgrim was stabilized and transported to a nearby medical facility for further treatment. Officials commended the swift response, which played a critical role in saving the pilgrim’s life.
This incident highlights the vital role of emergency medical services deployed across key pilgrimage sites, aimed at safeguarding the health and well-being of the millions of worshippers performing Hajj each year.
