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Sikhs and Medicine

Sikhs and Medicine. Dr Rameet Singh Uberoi GP ST1 04/03/2009. Sikhs in the UK. The Sikh community has an “ethnic origin” under section 3(1) of UK Race Relations Act 1976 “almost a race, almost a nation’” 2001 Census, Sikhs number approximately 336, 000.

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Sikhs and Medicine

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  1. Sikhs and Medicine Dr Rameet Singh Uberoi GP ST1 04/03/2009

  2. Sikhs in the UK The Sikh community has an “ethnic origin” under section 3(1) of UK Race Relations Act 1976 “almost a race, almost a nation’” 2001 Census, • Sikhs number approximately 336, 000. • 4th largest UK faith after Christians, Muslims and Hindus • Up to third generation migrants • Centred around West/East London & Birmingham

  3. Basic Principles • Way of life – adjusting self while maintaining values • Discourage intervention in biological processes but where they help individuals, no objection is taken. • Sikhs do not believe in dogma or laws but at all times Sikhs must exert self control • Free will and free choice to make decisions based on evidence • Indian and western influences results in varying views amongst sikhs.

  4. Privacy • Allow family to help with responsibilities. • Sensitive subjects should only be discussed with the patient. The impression that family decision is always important can be wrong and can attract a negative response. • E.g. Do not remove headwear without specific consent.

  5. Organ/soft tissue donation • Sikhs are influenced by Indian thinking when it comes to Post-mortems or organ donations. • Sikh faith is not against it. • Always discuss with patients and relatives. A rational presentation is encouraged. • Blood transfusion - accepted

  6. Abortion/TOP • Rates of abortion are below the UK average • Acceptable if the health of the mother is at risk. • Individual choice regarding regarding IVF, contraception.

  7. Animal products • Lots of Sikhs are vegetarian. • No problems with drugs from animal sources

  8. Sickness and dying • Sikhs do not believe in elaborate rituals but set prayers can be offered. • Terminal care accepted • During sickness quiet prayer space should be provided – no need for symbols/artefacts. www.sikhsinthediaspora.com

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