Diabetes
Report Summarizes Diabetes Study Findings from D. Papineau and Co-Researchers
Published in Obesity and Diabetes Week, February 6th, 2012
2012 FEB 6 -- According to the authors of recent research from Vancouver, Canada, "Vancouver Coastal Health Authority's Healthy Living Program implemented this pilot study to test and validate the Canadian Diabetes Risk Assessment Questionnaire (CANRISK) developed by the Public Health Agency of Canada as a screening tool for undiagnosed type 2 diabetes mellitus (DM) and prediabetes. Key objectives were to test the feasibility and acceptability of screening urban ethnic groups using the CANRISK, increase awareness of risk factors for DM and preDM and develop resources for lifestyle change."
"The study recruited participants through community groups and...
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