Tag: vaccines
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How COVID-19 restrictions are affecting Ramadan
As Ramadan begins Tuesday, COVID-19 restrictions are affecting Muslim communities around the world in different ways. The spike in coronavirus cases in several countries has affected “iftar” gatherings and how prayers in mosques are conducted. The Associated Press has the story: Muslims begin Ramadan amid lingering COVID-19 restrictions MECCA, Saudi Arabia (AP) — Muslims in…
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Islamic leaders: OK to vaccinate during Ramadan fast
(AP) Islamic leaders are getting the word out that obtaining a vaccine during the holy month of Ramadan does not violate religious practices. Inoculation is not the same thing as ingesting something while fasting. The Associated Press has the story: Islamic leaders explain why getting vaccinated during Ramadan does not violate fasting restrictions PORTLAND, Maine…
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WHO concerned about Europe’s slow immunization rate
COVID-19 immunization shots have only reached about 5.6% of people in the European Union. Dr. Hans Kluge, WHO’s regional director for Europe, is concerned that the slow rollout of vaccines risks prolonging the pandemic. The Associated Press has the story: WHO’s regional director for Europe says immunization campaigns there are ‘unacceptably slow’ LONDON (AP) —…