Young woman pilgrim, in critical condition, airlifted to Jeddah

May 29, 2026 | 07:46 PM
The young woman, who is suffering from a critical diabetic coma, was airlifted from Mina Emergency Hospital to a hospital in eastern Jeddah.
The young woman, who is suffering from a critical diabetic coma, was airlifted from Mina Emergency Hospital to a hospital in eastern Jeddah.
May 29, 2026 | 07:46 PM
Last Updated: May 29, 2026 | 07:46 PM
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MAKKAH — An air medical evacuation aircraft belonging to the Ministry of Defense carried out an emergency medical mission in record time, airlifting a woman pilgrim in her 20s, who is suffering from a critical diabetic coma, from Mina Emergency Hospital to a hospital in eastern Jeddah.

The airlifting was carried out after receiving an urgent medical report. The case was handled swiftly by specialized teams, ensuring the woman's stabilization and timely transfer to receive advanced medical care.

This mission was part of the integrated efforts undertaken by the health and military sectors during the Hajj season to enhance the speed of response to emergencies and provide the best medical services to the pilgrims.