Incidence and prevalence of diabetes mellitus in the Americas
Barcelo, Alberto
Incidence and prevalence of diabetes mellitus in the Americas - 2001
Reviews published material on the incidence and prevalence of diabetes mellitus in North America, the Caribbean, Central and
South America. Observes that diabetes is most prevalent among women, low income earners, and the less educated. Views diabetes as a major public health problem in the Americas, and indicates that its prevalence is increasing in some countries. Recommends urgent implementation of diabetes prevention and control programmes.
Incidence and prevalence of diabetes mellitus in the Americas - 2001
Reviews published material on the incidence and prevalence of diabetes mellitus in North America, the Caribbean, Central and
South America. Observes that diabetes is most prevalent among women, low income earners, and the less educated. Views diabetes as a major public health problem in the Americas, and indicates that its prevalence is increasing in some countries. Recommends urgent implementation of diabetes prevention and control programmes.