Afterward, several Sikh and Muslim guards asked for ... several of the religious guards shaved their beards. Since then, some of the men have struggled with anxiety, shame, isolation and weight ...

The service currently grants waivers for airmen and guardians who grow beard for religious reasons, including Sikh, Jewish ..

Marines who receive beard waivers for over a year may be subject to administrative separation, according to new guidance ...

Sikh doctors who keep their beards as a pillar of their faith had struggled to wear face masks properly. With community support, they've found a solution that involves tying an elastic band on top ...

“Sikh medical professionals who can’t shave off their beards cannot wear N95 masks which require a good seal around the nose and mouth,” he says. “The purpose of fit testing is to verify ...