In principle, a Muslim is to avoid physical contact with opposite gender, unless he/she is one's spouse or unmarriageable kin (mahrem). Also, khulwa (a man and a woman being in a closed area by themselves and away from the view of others) is forbidden in Islam. However, medical profession is usually subject to necessary circumstances that would warrant departure from the original rule.
Therefore, looking after patients, male and female, is a human necessity and a moral duty that outweigh the Islamic ethics of gender relations. This is more applicable to non-Muslim countries where people are not familiar with Islamic teachings and ethics. Having said that, as necessity is judged according to the circumstances that permit it, a medical professional is not allowed to go beyond what is deemed necessary.
Allah Almighty knows best.
Q. I am working for a company and the company I work for has taken out an insurance policy for me. They are paying for it and I am not paying for it at all. Will the pay-out be permissible for my beneficiaries? Will it be Halaal?
(Question published as received)
A. In the enquired case, it will be permissible for your beneficiaries to benefit and utilize the proceeds of the Insurance Policy.
This is based on the fact that as an employee, you did not enact or contribute towards the Insurance Policy in any way. It was solely taken out and funded by your company.
Hence, the proceeds of the Insurance Policy to your beneficiaries will be regarded as a gift to your beneficiaries, and therefore Halaal and permissible.
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