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Dua for protection from illness and disease

This dua for protection from illness should be our constant prayer at this time – 

and it carries an important reminder that our refuge is always in Allah (SWT):

اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْبَرَصِ، وَالْجُنُونِ، وَالْجُذَامِ، وَمِنْ سَيِّئِ الأَسْقَامِ

Allah humma inni a'udhu bika minal-barasi, wal-jununi, wal-judhaami, wa min sayyi'il-asqaami

"O Allah, I seek refuge in You from leprosy, insanity, elephantiasis, and the worst of diseases."

[Abu Dawud]

 

Dua for leaving the house

Many of us may be fearful of leaving home at this time,

 but the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) said, “Whoever says upon leaving his house:

بِسْمِ اللّٰهِ، تَوَكَّلْتُ عَلَى اللّٰهِ، وَلَا حَوْلَ وَلَا قُوَّةَ إِلَّا بِاللّٰهِ

Bismillaahi, tawakkaltu 'alallaahi, wa laa hawla wa laa quwwata illaa billaah

 

"In the Name of Allah, I have placed my trust in Allah; 

there is no might and no power except by Allah."

 

it will be said to him: ‘You are guided, defended and protected.’

The devil will go far away from him.”

[Abu Dawud]

 

Dua for protection against calamities

This dua for protection against calamities is a powerful supplication to Allah (SWT) to help and save us from every crisis, however unexpected:

اللَّهُمَّ احْفَظْنِي مِنْ بَينِ يَدَيَّ, وَمِنْ خَلْفِي, وَعَنْ يَمِينِي, وَعَنْ شِمَالِي وَمِنْ فَوْقِي, وَأَعُوذُ بِعَظَمَتِكَ أَن أُْغْتَالَ مِنْ تَحْتِي

Allah humma‘h fathny min bayne yaday wa min khalfi,

 wa‘an yameeny wa ‘an shimaly, wa min fawqi, wa a’uthu bi ‘athamatika an ughtala min tahty

"O Allah protect me from my front, behind me, from my right and my left,

 and from above me, and I seek refuge in Your Magnificence from 

being taken unaware from beneath me."

[Ibn Majah]

 

Dua for sickness

Of course, when we are ill, we should seek medical attention -

 but we can also pray to Allah (SWT) to help our recovery.

 It is narrated that Aisha (pbuh) said that when anyone among 

them had an illness, the Prophet (ﷺ) used to rub the area of the pain 

and recite the following dua for protection:

اللَّهُمَّ ربَّ النَّاسِ ، أَذْهِب الْبَأسَ ، واشْفِ ،

 أَنْتَ الشَّافي لا شِفَاءَ إِلاَّ شِفَاؤُكَ ، شِفاءً لا يُغَادِرُ سقَماً

Allah humma Rabban-naas, adhhibil-ba’s, washfi antash-Shaafi 

laa shifaa’a illaa shifaa’uka shifaa’an laa yughaadiru saqamaa

“O Allah, Lord of mankind, do away with my suffering. 

Heal (me) as You are the only Healer and there is no cure except that of Yours, 

it is that which leaves no ailment behind”

[Bukhari]

 

 

Dua for fear and anxiety

If you’re feeling anxious or worried, that’s completely normal under these circumstances. 

 and say the following dua:

اللَّهُمَّ اكْفِنِيهِمْ بِماَ شِئْتَ

Allah hummak-fineeyhim bi maa shi'ta

"O Allah, suffice (i.e. protect) me against them however You wish."

[Muslim]

 

Dua for protection of family from every evil

It is narrated that the Prophet (ﷺ) used to say the following dua for the protection

 of al-Hasan and al-Husayn (His grandsons). This is a beautiful dua for protection 

of family members, especially our beloved children:

أَعُوذُ بِكلِمَاتِ الله التّامّاتِ مِن شَرّ مَا خَلَقَ

A'udhu bi kalimaa ti-llaahi taam-maati min sharri ma khalaq

"I seek protection in the perfect words of Allah from every evil that has been created."

[Muslim]

Coronavirus (COVID-19)

 is an infection caused by a newly identified type of coronavirus called severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2). For many years, there has been a family of coronaviruses that exists but now, the virus which is causing COVID-19 is a new virus with which the world is right now battling. Coronavirus outbreak, which began from Wuhan, China, was declared a global PANDEMIC by the World Health Organization (WHO) and almost more than 180 countries have been affected by this virus.

Coronavirus can cause an infection in your nose, sinuses, or upper throat and can also cause a high fever. Coronavirus usually spreads in the same way other cold-causing viruses do; through the coughing and sneezing of infected people, touching an infected person’s hands or face, or by touching things infected people have touched.

Since the current coronavirus is a novel coronavirus that is still being investigated and researched. WHO, doctors, scientists and researchers all around the globe are working to the best of their abilities to understand this virus and on how to counter it. The best way to keep yourself safe from this virus is PREVENTION!

In the times of Coronavirus, you don't have to panic but take precautionary measures. Coronavirus has a death rate of around 2% whereas the rest of all the 98% cases recover completely. The elderly people are at more risk or those who have pre-existing health ailments and thus they need to be more careful. Social distancing is the most important thing that you can do at this time for yourself and for others. You can save lives by staying at home. 

Symptoms of Coronavirus

The coronavirus symptoms are similar to upper respiratory infection. This includes:

Fever

Headache

Coughing

Difficulty in breathing

Sore throat

In severe cases, pneumonia, severe acute respiratory syndrome and even death.

These are symptoms that might seem like a common cold’s or due to the influenza virus. If you have these symptoms or any of them, it does not mean you definitely have the coronavirus. It may be some other infection similar to the coronavirus. Therefore, you should visit a doctor and consult him for a proper diagnosis.

Death from coronavirus is only due to negligence and lack of proper and timely treatment. Normally, if coronavirus is caught and diagnosed at an early stage and recommended with the proper medication, treatment plans, and precautions, then it is healed properly.

Causes of Coronavirus

 Coronavirus usually spreads in the same way other cold-causing viruses do. You can get coronavirus:

Through the coughing and sneezing of infected people.

Touching an infected person’s hands or face

By touching things infected people have touched.

Being in public spaces where there might be infected people or viruses may exist.

Not maintaining hand hygiene.

Not adopting social distancing. 

Risk Factors of Coronavirus

Risk factors for this disease include:

Dirty hands

Living or getting into contact with farm or wild animals

Being near sick people

Uncovered mouth and nose

Being in public spaces where there might be infected people or viruses may exist.

Not maintaining hand hygiene.

Not adopting social distancing. 

Preventive Measures of Coronavirus

The precautionary measures outlined by WHO for Coronavirus are as follows. We urge you all to follow these measure to keep yourself safe:

Wash your hands for 20 seconds after every 30 mins. 

Avoid unnecessary rubbing of your eyes, mouth, and nose

Maintain a distance from sick people and don't touch them.

Wear gloves and masks and especially when going out.

Use disinfectants and hand sanitizers.

Adopt social distancing and don't leave your houses unnecessarily.

Go for screening for Coronavirus and quarantine yourself if you notice any symptoms