What is the ruling on covering the face in women's prayer areas for fear of contracting infectious diseases?
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The fundamental principle in prayer is to uncover the face. Covering it is disliked unless there is a need, such as the presence of non-mahram men. If it is possible to suffice with a mask covering only the nose, that is better than covering the entire face, while ensuring the necessity for this by consulting specialized doctors.
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