MINA — The Ministry of Health called on Hajj pilgrims to avoid sharing shaving tools with others during tahallul (exiting from Ihram) to preserve their safety and prevent the transmission of infection through personal items. The ministry stressed the importance of adhering to preventive guidelines during ritual performance, including carrying an umbrella, drinking water regularly, wearing a mask in crowded areas, and avoiding direct sun exposure during peak hours.Inspections of barbershops at holy sites The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing, represented by the Holy Makkah Mayoralty, has continued its operational and oversight plans at the holy sites on Eid Al-Adha. It has beefed up field monitoring of authorized barbershop sites as part of its integrated municipal services for pilgrims during the current Hajj season. Inspection rounds covered workers' compliance with health requirements, use of sterilized tools and single-use materials, and cleanliness and environmental sanitation inside and around barbershop sites, ensuring a healthy and safe environment for pilgrims. The ministry affirmed the continuation of oversight operations throughout the Days of Tashreeq to raise the quality of municipal services and enable pilgrims to perform their rituals with ease and tranquility.