Improving healthcare for fasting Muslims with diabetes during Ramadan
Enhancing culturally safe healthcare for fasting Muslims during Ramadan
This study is looking to improve the healthcare experience for Muslims with Type 2 diabetes who fast during Ramadan by understanding their unique challenges and needs, while also checking how well dietitians know how to support them during this time.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Idaho NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Moscow, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10936830 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the healthcare experiences of Type 2 diabetic Muslims who fast during Ramadan by identifying the specific needs and challenges they face. It will assess dietitians' knowledge and practices regarding care for fasting Muslims and gather insights from diabetic Muslims about their healthcare experiences. Through surveys, focus groups, and interviews, the study seeks to bridge the gap between dietitians' capabilities and the needs of fasting Muslims, ultimately developing guidelines for culturally sensitive care.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Type 2 diabetic Muslims who observe fasting during Ramadan.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have diabetes or do not fast during Ramadan may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced complications for diabetic Muslims during Ramadan.
How similar studies have performed: While there is limited research specifically targeting fasting Muslims with diabetes, similar studies on culturally sensitive healthcare have shown positive outcomes in other populations.
Where this research is happening
Moscow, United States
- University of Idaho — Moscow, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Lane, Ginny — University of Idaho
- Study coordinator: Lane, Ginny
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.