are headed by AIDS—Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome. Combating vice, guiding the media, and channeling tourism toward wholesome purposes are key elements in preventing such diseases. There is no doubt that adherence to the pristine teachings of Islam, the fight against depravity, reforming the media, banning obscene films and television series, and overseeing tourism are fundamental safeguards against these illnesses.

The Council therefore recommends that the responsible agencies in Muslim countries take every possible measure to prevent AIDS and to punish anyone who deliberately transmits it to others. It likewise urges the Government of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to continue intensifying its efforts to protect the Guests of the Merciful (pilgrims) and to take whatever steps it deems necessary to shield them from any risk of contracting AIDS.

2 – If one of the spouses is afflicted with this disease, he or she must inform the other and cooperate fully in all preventive measures.

The Council also recommends providing care for those who are infected. Anyone who is infected, or who carries the virus, must avoid every means by which he might transmit it to others, and suitable educational arrangements should be made for children who carry the AIDS virus. Allah knows best.