Achieving Health Security during the Umayyad Era (41-132 AH/661-750 AD)

Abstract

: This study examines healthcare security measures during the Umayyad era, including therapeutic and preventive measures for individuals, communities, and the environment. The Umayyad era saw a focus on medicine and doctors, the establishment of hospitals, and allocation of departments for the elderly and infectious diseases. The study emphasizes the importance of personal hygiene, cleanliness, and avoiding harmful foods. The Umayyad caliphs prioritized the health of their subjects, including people with disabilities and prisoners. The study recommends prioritizing medical treatment for subjects and promoting hygiene, home cleanliness, planting trees, and using isolated areas during epidemics.