Ramadan campaign 2021 key messages

Stay healthy this Ramadan Maintain a healthy diet and drink plenty of water Avoid smoking, junk food, and foods high in sugar content Follow food safety measures Stay active and sleep well Stay safe this Ramadan Wash your hands often and well Wear your mask Maintain physical distance Practice proper sneezing and coughing etiquette Avoid large gatherings and events, especially if you are among high-risk groups or if you’re feeling unwell Keep the spirit of Ramadan alive during COVID-19 Reflect, improve, pray, share, and care – all from a healthy distance Offer special prayers for the sick, alongside messages of hope and comfort Ensure that family, friends, and elders are still engaged despite physical distancing Virtually check up on loved ones by phone or video calls Find new ways to help others this Ramadan Avoid crowded “mercy tables” and consider distributing individual pre-packaged boxes/servings of food Use digital technology for sadaqat or zakah The International Islamic Fiqh Academy has ruled that zakat money may be used to procure and deploy COVID-19 vaccines. There is no evidence to suggest that fasting can increase risk of COVID-19 infection Healthy people should be able to fast COVID-19 patients or those showing symptoms post infection may consider religious licenses to break their fast in consultation with their doctor If you are hosting sohour, iftar, or other social events this Ramadan Consider hosting virtual gatherings and limit...
Source: WHO EMRO News - Category: Middle East Health Source Type: news