Which days are inappropriate to visit the sick in rural customs?

In rural China, there are specific dates when it is not appropriate to visit the sick. These dates are mainly based on traditional Feng Shui and folk beliefs that visiting the sick on these days will bring bad luck or aggravate the patient's condition. The following are some of the common dates when it is not appropriate to visit patients:

1. The first and fifteenth days of the month: the first and fifteenth days of the month in the lunar calendar are considered to be the alternation of yin and yang, and also the time when the ghosts and gods are most active, and therefore are considered to be inauspicious days and not suitable for visiting patients.

2. Three-volt day: Three-volt day is the hottest time of the year, and the human body's resistance will drop, making it easy to get sick. Visiting the sick at this time of the year may cause you to be infected with diseases.

3. Ching Ming Festival: Ching Ming Festival is a traditional Chinese festival in which people sweep their tombs and worship their ancestors. It is considered unlucky to visit patients at this time.

4. Chung Yeung Festival: Chung Yeung Festival is a traditional Chinese festival in which people climb up to the sky to enjoy chrysanthemums. It is considered unlucky to visit the sick at this time.

5. Winter Solstice: Winter Solstice is a traditional Chinese festival where people eat dumplings. It is considered unlucky to visit the sick at this time of the year.

These are just some of the dates above, and the exact dates may vary depending on the region. Although these traditional concepts have faded in modern society, in some rural areas, people still follow these customs.