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PubMed1983

Effects of the Islamic Revolution in Iran on medical education: the Shiraz University School of Medicine.

Some consequences of the Islamic Revolution in Iran on medical education were studied utilizing the Shiraz University School of Medicine. Of the 173 full-time faculty employed in 1978, 108 (63 per cent) had left the university by the end of 1982, and 81 (47 per cent) had left the country, aggravating the chronic shortage of medical personnel in Iran. Steps taken by the Iranian authorities to counteract these trends have not proven effective.

Education, Medical↗
PubMed2000

Islam and suicide.

Suicide and homicide rates of a sample of 72 nations were associated with a cluster of social variables related to economic development but not with a cluster related to the proportion of Islamic adherents.

Humans↗
PubMed2003

A statistical comparison of the apparent importance of various prophets within early Islamic and Christian historical documents.

Counts were made for the number of times prophets were mentioned in both the Qur'an and in the New Testament. Within the New Testament, the name Jesus (Isa) is cited far more than any other notable figure. Within the Qur'an, Moses is cited most often, followed by Abraham and Noah. Statistical analysis indicates that Jesus is cited between 4th and 11th most often among the prophets of Islam, which seemed surprising to the author, given that Jesus is considered to be the ultimate prophet by many Muslims.

Christianity↗
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Drugs and Iran after the Islamic revolution: prophesying the next quarter century.

Prior to the Islamic revolution of 1979, research on Iran's long-standing drug use patterns had begun in clinic settings, but there were few data available on countrywide use. Opium, the traditional drug used in social settings and produced in quantity in the east of the country, was the first target of fierce antidrug measures in 1979. The course of future drug cultivation, use, treatment and, therefore, research needed on the drug problem is closely linked to political developments in Iran. Much will depend on whether Iran maintains an independent stance or rejoins the international agencies' efforts.

Drug and Narcotic Control↗
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Causes of hospitalization of pilgrims in the Hajj season of the Islamic year 1423 (2003).

BACKGROUND: Approximately 2 to 3 million pilgrims perform Hajj every year. Planning for health care requires knowledge of the pattern of diseases, complications, and outcome of pilgrims who require hospitalization during the Hajj period. METHODS: In a cross-sectional study we compiled data on all patients admitted to 1487 beds in four hospitals in Mena (793 beds) and three hospitals in Arafat (694 beds) from the seventh to the thirteenth day of the Hajj season of the Islamic year 1423, corresponding to 8 to 14 February 2003. RESULTS: Of 808 patients hospitalized, most (79%) were older than 40 years. There was no sex preponderance. A total of 575 (71.2%) patients were admitted to medical wards, 105 (13.0%) to surgical wards, and 76 (9.4%) to intensive care units. Most patients (84.8%) had one acute medical problem. Pneumonia (19.7%), ischemic heart disease (12.3%), and trauma (9.4%) were the most common admitting diagnoses. More than one third (39%) had co-morbid conditions. A total of 644 (79.7%) patients were discharged from the hospital in stable condition to continue therapy in their residential camps, 140 (17.3%) were transferred to other hospitals in Makkah for specialized services or further care, 19 (2.3%) were discharged against medical advice, and 5 (0.7%) patients died. CONCLUSION: This study provided information on the most common causes of hospitalization, pattern of diseases, and required medical services for pilgrims in Hajj. It is hoped that this data will be of help to health sector planners and officials to provide optimal and cost-effective health care services to pilgrims in Hajj.

Adolescent↗
PubMed2000

The living will (Wasiyat Al-Hayy): a study of its legality in the light of Islamic jurisprudence.

Death is an inevitable phenomenon which strikes at any time during a person's infancy, youth or old age. But, one cannot overlook the fact that before the inevitable (i.e. death) does take place a person may become a victim of a terminal illness, or may lapse into irreversible coma, or persistent vegetative state (PVS). In various countries, an increasing number of healthy people have appended their signatures on what is called the Living Will (Advanced Medical Directive), which is in effect a document safeguarding their right to die. This paper discusses the clauses embodied in the Living Will from an Islamic ethico-legal perspective with the aim of ascertaining its validity.

Ethics, Medical↗
PubMed2000

[Anesthesia and resuscitation in Arabo-Islamic medicine: analytic study through Ibn Sina].

Nervous system anatomy knowledge acquired by arabo-islamic physicians enabled them to know its physiology represented by its excitability and its conductibility, and to understand pain physiology. Ibn Sina in his book entitle "The Canon of Medicine" precise anesthetic drugs and their side effects. Among these anesthetic means there were opium and ice. Ibn Sina distinguished organic pain and psychogenic pain. He used sedative and antalgic and soporific drugs in treatment of some psychologic diseases as melancholia. Moslem physicians were the first to use cold water to treat superficial burns. Anesthesia which lead to heavy sleep to used achieve surgical operations by oral, nasal(inhalation) and rectal route as it was described by Ibn Sina who indicated dosage to achieve three or four hour anesthesia which was necessary in an amputation surgery.

Anesthesiology↗
PubMed1975

Fasting in Islam.

Summarized are the significance of fasting in Islam, the rules and regulations of fasting, types of fasting, nullification of fasting, and food practices and habits of Muslims during the fasting month of Ramadan. Some problems pertaining to fasting and their solutions are also considered, and applications of fasting to America have been pointed out. It is hoped that this paper may bring a new dimension to the sphere of cultural nutrition and encourage partial fasting as a means of curbing inflation and helping the poor, the needy, and hungry all over the world.

Aged↗
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Nursing with dignity. Part 8: Islam.

This article describes the main teachings and customs of Islam. It offers some guidelines to enable nurses to provide sensitive and appropriate care to Muslim patients.

Attitude to Health↗
PubMed1987

Development and human resources in the Islamic world: a study of selected countries.

"The present paper attempts to provide an analytical profile of development and human resources in [12] selected [Islamic] countries." The countries--Bangladesh, Somalia, Pakistan, Indonesia, Egypt, Turkey, Malaysia, Algeria, Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and United Arab Emirates--vary in income levels from low to high and in population size from 1 million to 159 million. Using data from the World Bank and the Population Council, comparisons are made on the basis of mortality and fertility levels, family size, income, urbanization, labor force size and growth, education, nutrition, and health. Governmental policy changes and future directions are discussed.

Africa↗
PubMed1988

Economic analysis of population growth in the Islamic world with special reference to Egypt.

Population growth in predominantly Islamic countries is explored, with a focus on Egypt. The author finds that "if its current rate of increase continues...Egypt's population will increase by an average of one and a half million a year requiring food, housing, education, health services, and other needs." The case is made for the immediate implementation of an effective family planning program.

Africa↗
PubMed2002

[Psychiatric therapy and pharmacology in medieval Islam].

Although psychiatric therapy and pharmacology in Medieval Islam are based on the ancient Greek tradition, the original Arabic contribution in the introduction and employment of new substances is undeniable. Another important aspect which received a decisive impetus by Arab physicians was the concept of psychical therapy.

History, Medieval↗
PubMed2003

[Ritual slaughter: animal friendly slaughter and protection of animals in Islam].

A report is given on history and procedures of ritual slaughter from the point of view of a Moslem representative. The term sacrifice and the religious meaning of the offering feast are explained on the basis of the Abrahamian tradition. The social aspect of ritual slaughter is that two thirds of the slaughtered animal are given to the poor or served as meal to guests and relatives. One third is saved for the own family only. The Islamic religion acknowledges the responsibility of man for animals as creatures of god whose life and well-being have to be protected, nobody is allowed to subject animals to pain, suffering and damage without a sound reason. The ritual slaughter aims at complete debleeding. Blood is symbol life and soul and the breath of life. It must leave the body completely before consumption because it is not allowed to eat animals alive. Electric stunning is allowed if the animal is unconscious and not dead. The consumption of dead animals is forbidden by religion. It is recommended to introduce more veterinarian expert knowledge in the discussion.

Animal Welfare↗
PubMed2003

Values, qualifications, ethics and legal standards in Arabic (Islamic) medicine.

Many historians claim that the Western world pioneered in the setting of ethical, legal and professional standards in the practice of medicine. Informed medical consent is proposed by some as an American invention. Others claim that patient rights and legal protection propose have stated in the early decades of the 20th century. This review is an attempt to uncover the facts regarding the way Arabs practiced medicine during the golden era of Islam. Eight hundred to fifteen hundred AD this includes the qualification of physicians according to a well designed curricula covering the science and humanity of medicine. The rules governing the quality control of health care delivery system and to some degree the principles of informed medical consent and to a lesser degree the principles of litigation are discussed. We hope that this paper will be a call to all humanity loving persons to end prejudices against other people and to stop stereotyping.

Arab World↗
PubMed2003

Providing culturally sensitive care to the childbearing Islamic family: Part II.

Culturally sensitive care requires a unique combination of empathy, curiosity, and a profound respect for others. This article provides insight into the Islamic family structure and the traditional male and female roles that health care providers may encounter. Best practice considerations focused on communication with and care of the family during hospitalization, and strategies to support breastfeeding, dietary, and medication requirements are provided. Neonatal end-of-life decision making and death rituals are also discussed in context with commonly held religious beliefs and practices of this population.

Attitude of Health Personnel↗