Medics have warned of a potential rise in seasonal flu and respiratory illnesses as many citizens and residents return to the kingdom from holidays this weekend.
Health authorities are urging people to take preventive measures, including vaccination, to help curb a possible surge in cases.
“We may see an uptick in infections as travellers return next week,” said King Abdullah Medical City University Medical Centre senior paediatric consultant professor Dr Mohammed Elbeltagi.
“With most children returning to school, entire families could face increased exposure.”
