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No hugging, kissing for pilgrims coming back home -- statement |
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Monday, 30 November 2009 00:15 |
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KUWAIT, Nov 29 (KUNA) -- No hugging or kissing for pilgrims coming back home from Hajj in order to steer clear from contracting potential contagious diseases, the Kuwaiti Hajj Mission urged families of pilgrims Sunday.
Out of concern over everyone's health, and in precaution against A (H1N1) or swine flu, the mission, in a statement, urged pilgrims to seek medical advice should they encounter flu-like symptoms, such as high temperature or breathing problems.
It also stressed on constant washing of hands with soap for pilgrims and not to mingle with others for at least a day after arrival.
Cases most vulnerable for the diseases are children under five years and adults over 65, pregnant women, and those suffering from chronic diseases. - Kuna
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