This book communicates current evidence-based knowledge in the area of transcultural care and meets the needs of health and social care practitioners who must change their practices to comply with national policies and the expectations of a multicultural public. It provides the information necessary to the provision of services that are equitable, non-discriminatory and culturally competent. The editor is a recognised international expert in the field and her contributors are experienced researchers. . The first section of the book deals with culture generic issues and the second section examines some culture specific issues. Provides research-based information on culturally competent care of vital importance to all health and social workers in multi-cultural communities Covers issues and user groups not covered by other publications Couches UK issues within a European and global perspective