AskImamDarul Iftaa Mahmudiyyah (AskImam)
When you sneeze, should you cover your mouth?
Question
I've been told that you should not cover your mouth while sneezing. I have found this difficult at times in certain places eg. the library.
Answer
It is not prohibited to cover the mouth during sneezing.
and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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