The Saudi Ministry of Health assures both citizens and expatriates that the WHO's mentions of 'Disease X' provide no reason for alarm.
They are closely monitoring health risks and are ready to tackle any potential epidemics, as Disease X represents a hypothetical and more lethal threat than
COVID-19, discussed at global forums like the 2024 Davos meeting.
The ministry emphasizes that it issues regular reminders that humans live among evolving viruses and germs, making specific predictions difficult.
They note that while disease outbreaks are common, they rarely escalate to the level of a pandemic like
COVID-19, and the health system remains vigilant.