Mass-goers advised to cut flu risk by not taking host on tongue

Mass-goers are being advised not to receive Communion hosts on the tongue to help reduce the spread of flu.

Mass-goers advised to cut flu risk by not taking host on tongue

Mass-goers are being advised not to receive Communion hosts on the tongue to help reduce the spread of flu.

They are also being encouraged to nod or bow instead of shaking hands in the "exchange of peace".

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