Incidence and risk factors of type 2 diabetes mellitus in an overweight and obese population: a long-term retrospective cohort study from a Gulf state.

Dybesh RegmiSaif Al-ShamsiRomona D GovenderJuma Al Kaabi

Published in: BMJ open (2020)

The incidence rate of type 2 DM in overweight and obese UAE nationals is high. In addition to screening, current strategies should strongly emphasise lifestyle modifications to decrease HbA1c and BMI levels in this high-risk population.

Keyphrases

body mass index
cardiovascular disease
metabolic syndrome
risk factors
physical activity
weight loss
weight gain