Influenza Vaccination and Morbidity Among Sudanese Hajj Pilgrims During the 2025 Hajj.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Little is known about morbidity patterns and healthcare utilization among specific Hajj pilgrim groups. This study examined influenza vaccination coverage, disease spectrum and healthcare utilization outcomes among Sudanese pilgrims during Hajj 2025.

Methods

A cross-sectional analysis was conducted using de-identified patient records from the Saudi Health Electronic Surveillance Network for Sudanese Hajj pilgrims in 1-9 June 2025. Data included demographics, influenza vaccination status, healthcare utilization metrics, morbidities and temporal distribution of visits. Comparisons between hospital and primary healthcare center (PHC) attendees were performed using appropriate statistical tests.

Results

A total of 1130 pilgrims sought care, with 88.6% (n

SUBMITTER: Alshahrani NZ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12656401 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature