This guide for doctors, nursing professionals, counselors, and caregivers provides health-related background knowledge about important religions and ethnic groups of migrants for the first time in Germany. Gertrud Wagemann, a recognized expert in this field, presents the cultural and practical dimensions of the various faith communities in relation to medical care, nursing, counseling, and support in a concise and memorable manner. Central topics include questions about family structures, nutrition, hygiene, organ donation, childbirth, abortion, and death. Useful information and knowledge are offered for practitioners in their work. They are encouraged to engage in discussions with their patients and their families about religious issues. The guide is intended for use in hospitals, nursing homes, practices, correctional facilities, and social service stations, as well as in nursing schools and for the continuing education of doctors. However, it can also be used wherever intercultural background knowledge would be helpful in dealing with people. An intercultural calendar with the key dates of world religions is included with the guide.