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Prevalence of Diabetes on Santa Cruz Island in Galapagos Archipelago
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Jun 18 2015
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Source: Prev Chronic Dis. 12.
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Alternative Title:Prev Chronic Dis
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Description:This was an observational study offering a screening program for diabetes in a health clinic in Puerto Ayora town on Santa Cruz Island to determine the prevalence of this disorder and identify those at risk. A 1-month screening program was undertaken. Of 141 patients screened, 85% of men and 83% of women were overweight or obese; 16 (11%) had suspected undiagnosed diabetes and 22 (16%) were at high risk of developing diabetes. This is the first reported study of glucose intolerance prevalence in Galapagos. Urgent education and prevention programs are required to address this public health problem.
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Pubmed ID:26086607
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Pubmed Central ID:PMC4473601
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Volume:12
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