D Gohdes1, S Kaufman, S Valway. 1. Indian Health Service Diabetes Program, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102.
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: To review the growth of diabetes as a major health problem for American Indians and Alaska Natives. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS: Pertinent studies of diabetes in Indians previously published are reviewed and compared with current data. RESULTS: Although diabetes rates may vary among different Indian tribes, diabetes has become a widespread health problem. CONCLUSIONS: Our understanding of the natural history of diabetes among Indians has improved, but better strategies to prevent complications and ultimately to prevent diabetes are urgently needed in Indian communities.
OBJECTIVE: To review the growth of diabetes as a major health problem for American Indians and Alaska Natives. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS: Pertinent studies of diabetes in Indians previously published are reviewed and compared with current data. RESULTS: Although diabetes rates may vary among different Indian tribes, diabetes has become a widespread health problem. CONCLUSIONS: Our understanding of the natural history of diabetes among Indians has improved, but better strategies to prevent complications and ultimately to prevent diabetes are urgently needed in Indian communities.
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