SIR – We are looking for five to ten volunteers in West and South Yorkshire to give talks in local mosques to raise awareness about fasting safely during Ramadan.

Ramadan can be a difficult time for Muslims with diabetes, as many agonise over the difficult decision about whether to fast.

The main problem during the fast is that blood glucose levels can go dangerously high or low.

This is why Muslims with diabetes do not have to fast. Anyone who is thinking about fasting throughout Ramadan should talk to their healthcare professional and their Imam to come to a decision that is right for them.

Diabetes UK will be holding talks at local mosques ahead of Ramadan to make sure everyone has information to help them make the decision whether to fast or not. We need volunteers to help us give the talks and raise awareness in the local community.

All volunteers will be invited along to a training session, where any questions can be answered. Volunteers will also be armed with presentations, information flyers and videos to help them give the talks.

To sign up, call Diabetes UK’s Northern and Yorkshire office on (01325) 488606, or e-mail northyorks@diabetes.org.uk.

Ann Taylor, volunteer development support officer, Northern & Yorkshire, Diabetes UK