The Ministry of Health (MOH) advised all community members to avoid gathering, as the risk of the novel coronavirus increases in crowded and closed areas. Through an Infographic published on its twitter page, MOH indicated that avoiding gatherings will help to curb the spread of the virus, Allah willing. It also advised not to take the elderly and mental patients to such gatherings and to avoid shaking hands, which is one of the most common causes of transmission of infection.
MOH called on all community members to back the efforts exerted to contain the virus and curb its spread. It urged everyone to contact the 937 Service Center for any inquiry about COVID-19, 24/7. It reiterated the importance of prevention of respiratory diseases in general and adherence to the awareness guidelines to avoid infection with the virus.