A Safer Ramadan
Leicester Diabetes Centre Ramadan resources and support
The holy month of Ramadan is an important part of the Muslim calendar, during which daylight fasting is practiced. Many Muslims with diabetes are exempt from fasting, however some will still participate.
It is important for people who are living with diabetes to consult their GP practice before Ramadan, to ensure they fast safely.
The Leicester Diabetes Centre have created a series of resources designed to support those that wish to fast and for healthcare professionals to support and facilitate safe fasting during Ramadan.
Video advice
Please note the following videos are dated when they were recorded. The videos have been evaluated and are up to date with the latest information.
Ramadan can be a challenging time for many people with type 2 diabetes who choose to fast. In this video Dr Ehtasham Ahmad from the Leicester Diabetes Centre gives advice on how to navigate through this time safely and effectively.
Access the 2020 Ramadan ADA/ EASD guideline here.
Ramadan advice on fasting and feasting safely for people living with diabetes.A short animation to help you keep safe during the holy month of Ramadan with advice from a trained Community Champion.
Community Champion. Ebrahim Ali, a trained Community Champion and Educator for a Safer Ramadan Programme (the Centre for Ethnic Health and the Leicester Diabetes Centre) promotes our Muslim communities to fast safely during the holy month of Ramadan.
The LDC’s dedicated support page, is an informative advice page for people living with diabetes:
exemptions
risk and preparing for Ramadan
pre-fast assessment
diet and exercise advice
medication types
post-Ramadan guidance
For people living with diabetes, download our Managing Diabetes during Ramadan support leaflet.
For businesses who would like to support their staff during Ramadan, please download our Promoting a Ramadan friendly work schedule leaflet which has advice for staff and colleagues during Ramadan.
Posters
If you would like an A4 copy of the Managing Diabetes during Ramadan leaflet or Promoting a Ramadan friendly work schedule leaflet in poster format to display within your community/business, please complete the form below.