Shariah Review of Infectious Diseases

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Abstract

The prosperity and development of any country depends on the health and well-being of its people. The real wealth of this country is the mental and physical health of its inhabitants. Everyone, regardless of color, race, religion, language, political, social or economic status, has the fundamental right to enjoy the blessings of good health. This right is also recognized by the World Health Organization (W.H.O.) and has been made clear at various meetings. In modern times, the word "health" has been defined in a new paragraph. Controlling diseases and preventing their spread is the main goal of today's medical science while the treatment of diseases is considered as its secondary goal. Sigerist has interpreted this statement very well in one place. He writes: "A physically and mentally balanced person who is able to adapt to his or her social and physical environment deserves to be called 'healthy' in the true sense of the word. Such a person can use his physical and mental abilities to adapt to changes in the environment. Therefore, being free from diseases is not only a sign of health, but health is a positive attitude, to perform one's duties and responsibilities in a cheerful manner.