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Comparing Bibliometric Analysis Using PubMed, Scopus, and Web of Science Databases
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Published on: October 24, 2019

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Ramadan and public health: A bibliometric analysis of top cited articles from 2004 to 2019

Shehriar Husain1, Muhammad Zafar2, Rizwan Ullah3

  • 1Department of Dental Materials Science, Sindh Institute of Oral Health Sciences, Jinnah Sindh Medical University, Karachi, Pakistan.

Journal of Infection and Public Health
|December 11, 2019
PubMed

Insights

This bibliometric study analyzed top publications on Ramadan fasting and health. Key themes included exercise and physical performance, offering insights into health benefits.

Area of Science:

  • Bibliometrics
  • Health Sciences
  • Islamic Studies

Background:

  • Ramadan fasting is a significant practice with potential health implications.
  • Understanding research trends in Ramadan fasting and health is crucial for public health initiatives.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To identify and analyze the top 100 cited publications on Ramadan fasting and health.
  • To map the research landscape and identify key contributors in this field.

Main Methods:

  • Bibliometric analysis of publications from January 2004 to June 2019.
  • Searched Web of Science database using keywords 'Ramadan', 'Health', and 'Fast*'.
  • Descriptive analysis using SPSS and collaboration/keyword analysis using VOS viewer.

Main Results:

  • The United Kingdom (15), Turkey (13), and Tunisia (12) were the most productive countries.
  • The National Center of Medicine and Science in Sports (Tunisia) was the most prominent institution.
  • Key research institutions included King Saud University and Loughborough University.

Conclusions:

  • Frequently occurring keywords were Ramadan, fasting, exercise, Ramadan fasting, and physical performance.
  • This study provides valuable insights into impactful research on Ramadan fasting and its health benefits.
  • Identified key countries and institutions driving research in Ramadan and health.
Abstract

Keywords:
BibliometricsFastingIslamMuslimsPublic health

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