by Fatima Sharif | Dec 29, 2024
Abstract This paper explores the medical philanthropy of Rabia Gülnüş(pronounced Gulnush) Sultan in 17th century Makkah.To date, little study has been done on Gülnüş Sultan’s 1679 hospital waafiyath(deed of trust), despite the significance it holds for scholarship on...
by Osman Brad Kayani, Ashraf Chehata | Dec 29, 2024
Abstract The evolution of gauze from an ancient fabric to a modern medical staple highlights its critical role in wound care. Originating in Gaza, its application extended beyond medical to cultural and religious significance. This article examines the shift from...
by Dr Umar Ahmad, Dr John Delieu, Dr Sami A. Al-Ani | Aug 31, 2024
Abstract The eyes have fascinated scholars for millennia. From anatomy and disease to the process of vision, many have contributed to the present understanding of optics. The difficulty lies in establishing the origins of discoveries. Obtaining original manuscripts is...
by Fatima Sharif | Apr 29, 2024
Abstract: Since the COVID-19 pandemic, vaccination has been a popular point of discussion in modern medicine. This paper takes a historic and gendered approach in tracing the origins of the modern vaccine to the Ottoman sultanate, crucially exploring how old women...
by Prof. Muhammet Ihsan Karaman, Adem Az | Dec 29, 2023
Abstract The bahnames, an essential part of the Islamic medical corpus, generally address sexuality, sexual behavior, sexual dysfunctions, and protective, supportive and therapeutic applications in this field. Our study investigated the oldest known Turkish bahname,...
