Ramadan 2021: Muslims can get Covid-19 jab without breaking fast, Manchester’s public health chief confirms

13.04.2021 - 16:04 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk

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Muslims are being advised that they can take the Covid-19 vaccine during Ramadan without breaking fast.

Taking a coronavirus test, either PCR (polymerase chain reaction) or lateral flow test (LFT), is also safe during this time, Manchester’s public health chief has added.

The month of Ramadan is marked by acts of devotion, including completely abstaining from eating or drinking between dawn and sunset.

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