Saudi Health Ministry Warns Pilgrims Against Sharing Shaving Tools
Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Health has urged Hajj pilgrims to avoid sharing razors during tahallul, warning that shared blades can spread hepatitis and other bloodborne infections.
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Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Health has urged Hajj pilgrims to avoid sharing razors during tahallul, warning that shared blades can spread hepatitis and other bloodborne infections.
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