Assessing the impact of Ramadan fasting on COVID-19 mortality in the UK

摘要

Many of the 1.8 billion Muslims across the world observe the fast of Ramadan [1], abstaining from all food and drink from dawn to dusk – which can be for up to 19 hours. Whilst people suffering from acute or chronic illness are exempt from fasting, some people with significant comorbidities may still choose to fast, often against medical advice [2].