As Muslims begin to prepare for the month of Ramadan, the
NHS has issued a reminder to those who observe the Islamic holy month to avoid
social gatherings because of the risk of coronavirus.
Ramadan will be marked all over the world from Thursday 23
April with month-long fasting and observations of spiritual reflection set to
end on Saturday 23 May. This is followed by Eid the festival of fast breaking
where traditionally family and friends get together to attend special prayers
and celebrate the end of the holy month.
Additional
guidance and key advice has been issued to NHS managers and
staff working in hospitals and healthcare settings to cover adjustments over
working hours and fasting arrangements for Muslim colleagues who are not eating
or drinking during daylight hours until evening sunset.
Read the full advice here.
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