Diabetes

Reports from L. Gardete-Correia et al highlight recent research in diabetes

Published in Obesity and Diabetes Week, August 16th, 2010

Data detailed in 'First diabetes prevalence study in Portugal: PREVADIAB study' have been presented. According to a study from Lisbon, Portugal, "Diabetes is a growing worldwide problem. Ascertaining its prevalence is vital as a starting point to establish and measure the success of health interventions."

"This study aimed to determine the prevalence of Type 2 diabetes and 'pre-diabetes', defined as impaired fasting glucose and impaired glucose tolerance, in the Portuguese population aged between 20 and 79 years. Considering the number of inhabitants between 20 and 79 years old, statistical units were selected that were representative regionally and nationally. The...

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Source: Obesity and Diabetes Week (2010-08-16)

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