Drive Time Podcast 19-03-2020 DOWN Hygiene / Down Syndrome Day

Join Tahir Khalid and Raza Ahmad for Thursday's show where we will be discussing: Hygiene/World Down Syndrome Day

Hygiene: Basic steps to better health
With the coronavirus pandemic, more attention is being drawn to the importance of hygiene to fight the spread of the disease. But did you know, hygiene is an essential part of faith for Muslims. Join us LIVE from 4pm as we discuss the importance of cleanliness in Islam, both for the individual and society as a whole.

World Down Syndrome Day
Every year, it is estimated between 3,000 and 5,000 babies with Down Syndrome are born into the world. Each child is a precious
gift from God Almighty. Join us LIVE from 5pm as we celebrate the diversity and beauty of the human race and raise awareness of the rights of all mankind this #WDSD20.
Islamic Talking Points: Disability references. Rights of mankind. Access to opportunities. Looking after those who are weaker.

Guests Include:

Prof. Amtul Razzaq Carmichael ( Consultant Oncoplastic Breast Surgeon, Surgical trainer )

Dr. Lisa Ackerley (Chartered Environmental Health Practitioner)

Dr Shiela C Puri (Consultant Paediatrician in Community Child Health at Wortley Beck Health Centre)

Dr Wendy Uttley (Group Coordinator & Trainer at the Pamela Sunter Centre)

Jenn Warwick (Special therapist with children with Down syndrome)

Produced by: Fezia Haq and Kafia Ahmad