A member of the Hajj Oversight Team of the DPR RI urged all Indonesian Hajj pilgrims to increase vigilance against the potential spread of Hantavirus, especially for pilgrims with a history of lung disease.

She emphasized that physical health is the main capital in performing the Hajj pilgrimage so that all series of worship can be carried out calmly and solemnly.

“Today’s Hajj pilgrims must be more vigilant because there is Hantavirus, especially those with lung disease. Therefore, health is paramount so that the Hajj pilgrimage can run well and be accepted,” she said at Soekarno-Hatta Airport, Jakarta, on Sunday.

She also reminded of the importance of maintaining cleanliness and wearing masks in public places as a precautionary measure, although according to her, the spread of Hantavirus is not as severe as COVID-19.

“The most important thing is to maintain body immunity. Because the Hajj pilgrimage requires physical and mental readiness. There is tawaf, long-distance walking activities, and various other worship series that require energy,” she said.

Regarding pilgrims who are sick and being treated in Madinah, she said the health team and the Indonesian Hajj Health Clinic will strive to provide intensive care so that the pilgrims’ condition recovers quickly and they can continue their journey to Mecca.

“As much as possible, treat them intensively, starting from medication, psychological support, to prayer. The most important thing remains that the body condition must be healthy,” she said.

According to her, the pilgrims still have time to prepare their body condition before the Hajj peak begins on 9 Zulhijjah or around May 26.

“Now they must start maintaining health, maintaining immunity, eating healthy food, and maintaining fitness so that during the Hajj peak later they can be optimal without being disturbed by health problems,” she concluded.

Hajj

Hajj is the annual Islamic pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia, and is a mandatory religious duty for all able-bodied Muslims who can afford it. Its origins trace back to the Prophet Abraham, who, according to Islamic tradition, was commanded by God to build the Kaaba and establish the rites of pilgrimage. Today, it is one of the largest religious gatherings in the world, drawing millions of pilgrims each year to perform a series of ritual acts over several days.

Soekarno-Hatta Airport

Soekarno-Hatta Airport, located near Jakarta, Indonesia, is the country’s main international gateway. Named after Indonesia’s first president and vice president, Sukarno and Mohammad Hatta, it officially opened in 1985 to replace the outdated Kemayoran and Halim Perdanakusuma airports. Today, it serves as a major hub for domestic and international flights, handling tens of millions of passengers annually.

Jakarta

Jakarta, the capital of Indonesia, is a sprawling metropolis on the island of Java with a history dating back to the 4th century as the port city of Sunda Kelapa. It was later renamed Batavia under Dutch colonial rule, serving as the center of the Dutch East Indies trade for over 300 years. Today, Jakarta is a vibrant, diverse hub blending modern skyscrapers with historic landmarks, reflecting its complex colonial past and rapid post-independence growth.

Madinah

Madinah, also spelled Medina, is a city in western Saudi Arabia considered the second holiest city in Islam after Mecca. It was originally known as Yathrib before being renamed “Madinat al-Nabi” (City of the Prophet) after Prophet Muhammad migrated there in 622 CE, an event known as the Hijra that marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar. The city is home to the Prophet’s Mosque (Al-Masjid an-Nabawi), which contains his tomb, and it served as the capital of the early Islamic caliphate.

Indonesian Hajj Health Clinic

The Indonesian Hajj Health Clinic is a specialized medical facility established to provide healthcare services to Indonesian pilgrims during the Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia. Originating from the need to manage the health of large numbers of pilgrims, the clinic has evolved to offer comprehensive medical support, including preventive care and emergency treatment, ensuring the well-being of participants throughout the journey.

Mecca

Mecca is the holiest city in Islam, located in Saudi Arabia, and is the birthplace of the Prophet Muhammad. It is home to the Great Mosque of Mecca and the Kaaba, the sacred structure toward which Muslims pray. Every year, millions of pilgrims visit Mecca for the Hajj, a mandatory religious journey for able-bodied Muslims.