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Situations that make it permissible not to fast during Ramadan

Fasting is an act of worship that every Muslim is personally responsible for fulfilling. However, in certain situations, it is permissible not to fast, meaning it is left to the individual. So, in which situations is fasting not observed?

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ILLNESS: Those who are so ill during the month of Ramadan that they cannot fast, or those who are concerned that fasting will worsen their illness, postpone fasting. In this case, the determinations of medical professionals are considered, not personal concerns. After they recover, they make up for the missed fasts.