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  |  Fasting is one of the five pillars of Islam, during which Muslims are encouraged to abstain from food and drink between dusk and dawn.| Before you fast, it is always a good idea to check in with your doctor to determine whether or not you should. If you are unable to fast, you can pay the fidyah instead, where you give a poor and hungry person the amount of money equivalent to the cost of two meals a day. How fasting and being charitable helps your mental health Fasting is not only about abstaining from food. You also avoid harmful speech such as talking ignorantly or indecently, and also shun negative actions such as arguing or fighting. By doing so, we can focus on developing good behaviours and increasing the number of good deeds we do. Throughout Ramadan, there is an emphasis on charity and thinking of those in need in order to find ways to unify our community. During this month, we start to think of how we can give back and how to connect with our family and those around us.

By Modou Lamin Conteh Non-communicable Disease  (NCDs) on a country's health and socioeconomic development is significant. NCDs, which include chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and respiratory diseases, have a direct impact on the health of individuals and the overall healthcare system of a country. One of the primary impacts of NCDs is the burden they place on healthcare systems. Treatment and management of NCDs require significant resources, including medication, hospitalization, and long-term care. This strain on healthcare resources can lead to increased healthcare costs and decreased availability of resources for other health needs. Additionally, NCDs can have a significant impact on the workforce and productivity of a country. Individuals affected by NCDs may require time off from work for treatment and recovery, leading to decreased productivity and economic output. Furthermore, NCDs can lead to disability and premature death, further impacting the la