Identifies Islamic teachings and rulings relevant to water and sanitation and interprets these in terms of healthy individual and community behaviours. The text, which responds to the strong influence of religion in Eastern Mediterranean countries, incorporates the views of a leading Muslim scholar, supported by the expertise of health professionals. Emphasis is placed on water-related behaviours that promote high standards of personal hygiene and thus help prevent disease. Main points covered include the importance of safe drinking-water, the prevention of water-borne diseases through community and personal measures, and the principles of personal cleanliness, including precise instructions, in line with Islamic teachings, for bathing and scrupulous routine cleaning and care of the body.