My Health, My Faith, My Culture

Download or read book My Health, My Faith, My Culture written by Sue Timmins and published by M&K Update Ltd. This book was released on 2012 with total page 81 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Every patient, whatever their cultural background and religious affiliation, is entitled to receive healthcare that is sensitive, appropriate and person- centred. In the UK today, there are people from many different minority groups. There are also members of the host population who follow religions other than Christianity, either from birth or personal choice. The patient's chosen or birth faith should always play an integral part in their care. This helpful guide enables healthcare practitioners to rise to the challenge of providing culturally sensitive services by giving them an understanding of patients' varying potential requirements and how to meet them.