Book contents
- Contemporary Islamic Perspectives in Public Health
- Reviews
- Contemporary Islamic Perspectives in Public Health
- Copyright page
- Contents
- Contributors
- About the Editors
- Acknowledgments
- Chapter 1 Introduction to Islam
- Chapter 2 The Qur’an and Prophetic Guidance: An Overview in the Context of New Public Health
- Chapter 3 Islamic Applications towards Public Health Policies: A Brief Perspective
- Chapter 4 Islamic Prayer (Salat) and Health
- Chapter 5 Perceptions of Health Behaviors and Illness in Muslims
- Chapter 6 Social Justice, Human Rights, and Equality: An Islamic Perspective
- Chapter 7 Public Health, Hygiene, and Islam
- Chapter 8 Foods of the Qur’anic Garden: An Islamic Perspective
- Chapter 9 Recommended Eating and Dietary Practices in Islam
- Chapter 10 Islamic Food Law and Dietary Restrictions
- Chapter 11 Ramadan Intermittent Fasting: A Contemporary Health Perspective
- Chapter 12 Promoting Oral Health: Influences of Hadith and Sunnah
- Chapter 13 Coping and Mental Health: Islamic Practices and Beliefs
- Chapter 14 Maternal and Child Health: An Islamic Perspective
- Chapter 15 Immunization and Islamic Guidance
- Chapter 16 Sexual and Reproductive Health: An Islamic Perspective
- Chapter 17 Zakat and Waqf: Towards Achieving Sustainability, Health, and Well-Being
- Chapter 18 Earth and the Environment: Islam and Stewardship
- Chapter 19 Sleep and Health: An Islamic Perspective
- Chapter 20 Addictive Behaviors and Public Health
- Chapter 21 Highlighting the Concepts, Principles, and Values of Communication: A Brief Islamic Perspective
- Chapter 22 Contemporary Public Health, Islam, and Positive Health
- Chapter 23 Cultural Competence in Public Health: A Brief Islamic Perspective
- Chapter 24 Muslims and Non-Muslims: Perspectives on Immigrant and Minority Health
- Chapter 25 Challenges and Solutions in Public Health: An Islamic Perspective
- Index
- References
Chapter 23 - Cultural Competence in Public Health: A Brief Islamic Perspective
Published online by Cambridge University Press: 02 January 2025
Book contents
- Contemporary Islamic Perspectives in Public Health
- Reviews
- Contemporary Islamic Perspectives in Public Health
- Copyright page
- Contents
- Contributors
- About the Editors
- Acknowledgments
- Chapter 1 Introduction to Islam
- Chapter 2 The Qur’an and Prophetic Guidance: An Overview in the Context of New Public Health
- Chapter 3 Islamic Applications towards Public Health Policies: A Brief Perspective
- Chapter 4 Islamic Prayer (Salat) and Health
- Chapter 5 Perceptions of Health Behaviors and Illness in Muslims
- Chapter 6 Social Justice, Human Rights, and Equality: An Islamic Perspective
- Chapter 7 Public Health, Hygiene, and Islam
- Chapter 8 Foods of the Qur’anic Garden: An Islamic Perspective
- Chapter 9 Recommended Eating and Dietary Practices in Islam
- Chapter 10 Islamic Food Law and Dietary Restrictions
- Chapter 11 Ramadan Intermittent Fasting: A Contemporary Health Perspective
- Chapter 12 Promoting Oral Health: Influences of Hadith and Sunnah
- Chapter 13 Coping and Mental Health: Islamic Practices and Beliefs
- Chapter 14 Maternal and Child Health: An Islamic Perspective
- Chapter 15 Immunization and Islamic Guidance
- Chapter 16 Sexual and Reproductive Health: An Islamic Perspective
- Chapter 17 Zakat and Waqf: Towards Achieving Sustainability, Health, and Well-Being
- Chapter 18 Earth and the Environment: Islam and Stewardship
- Chapter 19 Sleep and Health: An Islamic Perspective
- Chapter 20 Addictive Behaviors and Public Health
- Chapter 21 Highlighting the Concepts, Principles, and Values of Communication: A Brief Islamic Perspective
- Chapter 22 Contemporary Public Health, Islam, and Positive Health
- Chapter 23 Cultural Competence in Public Health: A Brief Islamic Perspective
- Chapter 24 Muslims and Non-Muslims: Perspectives on Immigrant and Minority Health
- Chapter 25 Challenges and Solutions in Public Health: An Islamic Perspective
- Index
- References
Summary
This chapter emphasizes the significance of cultural competency and its relevance to health care through an Islamic lens. While Islamic texts do not directly address cultural competence, they highlight principles aligning with its values and highlight the importance of understanding and respecting various cultures. Addressing the health care needs of Muslim patients necessitates a thorough integration of cultural, religious, and spiritual considerations, recognizing the substantial influence of religion and spirituality on health care decisions. This chapter discusses the importance for public health care practitioners to be equipped with the requisite skills and knowledge to cater to the specific needs of Muslim patients and communities and the adherence to religious beliefs and practices. The foundational principles of cultural competencies, deeply rooted in Islamic values, can be universally applied in health care settings, ensuring health care providers are culturally competent and capable of offering culturally congruent care within an Islamic context.
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- Contemporary Islamic Perspectives in Public Health , pp. 144 - 148Publisher: Cambridge University PressPrint publication year: 2025
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