MERS and the Hajj (August 19 to August 24) Approximately 3000 Australians travel to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia each year for the annual Muslim pilgrimage (Hajj).The Kingdom is experiencing an ongoing outbreak of Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS), associated with infections in healthcare facilities and exposure to camels and camel products. July 29, 2018 By Announcement, Department of Health, Travel Health MERS, Middle East Respiratory System, Hajj 0 Comment Read More >>