Healthcare Providers Guide to Islamic Religious Practices Video Series
Demographers identify Islam as the world’s second-largest faith, with over 1.8 billion followers globally, making it the fastest-growing religion in the United States. The Muslim community is highly diverse, encompassing various ethnic backgrounds, languages, and nationalities, which adds a new dimension to the diverse character of patients in the healthcare system. The digital guide and video series below aim to help healthcare providers develop policies and procedures for culturally competent care and guide the accommodation of Muslim patients’ religious practices, noting that individual observances may vary.
Introduction
What is Islam?
Important Terms
5 Pillars of Islam
Islamic Prayer
Fasting During Ramadan
Dietary Restrictions
Gender Relations
Hygiene
Childbirth
Death and Funeral Practices
Health and Wellness Resources in Oklahoma
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