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
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