Prices have risen dramatically, including the cost of healthcare, medications, hospital services, and medical consultations. In some cases, the cost of a doctor's consultation can be exceptionally high. What is your eminence’s opinion on this matter, and what is the Islamic ruling on the rising cost of medical treatment?

Medicine is a vital and indispensable profession that rests on the principles of trust, honesty, and compassion, rather than one driven by exploitation, greed, or the pursuit of greater financial gain. Medicine is not a commodity, but an essential social service with mercy and compassion to the sick, especially the poor, at its core. Addressing Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him), Allah Almighty says, “And We have not sent you but as a mercy to the worlds” (Quran, 21: 107). The Prophet of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) said, “The merciful are shown mercy by the Most Merciful. Be merciful to those on earth, and the One in the heavens will have mercy on you” (recorded by at-Tirmidhi). We urge all those responsible for healthcare and medication everywhere to show compassion to patients to the best of their ability and to ensure that they can have access to treatment at prices they can afford, particularly since healthcare is an essential human need.

And Allah Almighty knows best.