Heatstroke knowledge and predictors among Hajj health volunteers in Saudi Arabia: a cross-sectional study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Heatstroke is a life-threatening condition resulting from prolonged exposure to high temperatures or intense physical activity, especially during the summer. Pilgrims performing Hajj are particularly vulnerable because of factors such as advanced age, chronic health conditions, and failure to follow safety guidelines. Health volunteers play a key role in prevention and response.

Aim

This study aimed to assess health volunteers' knowledge and identify predictors of such knowledge.

Methods

A cross-sectional study was conducted among 772 health volunteers during Hajj 2024 in Saudi Arabia. A self-designed questionnaire was developed and utilized to assess participants' knowledge of heatstroke and to identify predictors of such knowledge. Data were collected ele

SUBMITTER: Alamoudi F 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12925418 | biostudies-literature | 2026

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature