Diabetes Care During Ramadan
Since our last publication about diabetes and fasting during ramadan (1), we have received many inquires and comments concerning important issues that were not discussed in the previous document, including the voluntary 1to 2-day fasts per week that many muslims practice throughout the year, as well as the effect of prolonged fasting (more than 18 h a day) in regions far from the equator. Will be different during fasting • know what actions to take if you have high and low blood sugars during your fast • stay well-hydrated schedule a ramadan preparation visit with your healthcare provider and diabetes care team before the start of ramadan. here are the most important questions to get answered: 1. Education for health care professionals with focus on ramadan so that they can improve their clinical skills in the management of diabetes during ramadan; personalized education for diabetic patients that allows them to know and assess the diabetes care during ramadan risks posed by ramadan fa...