The socio-demographic and lifestyle characteristics associated with quality of life among diabetic patients in Lebanon: a cross-sectional study.

Diana DakroubFouad Sakr Mariam Dabbous Nada DiaJana HammoudAya RidaAya IbrahimHala FahsSahar Obeid Souheil Allit Diana Malaeb

Published in: Pharmacy practice (2022)

The study showed that diabetes generally had a negative impact on QoL. The findings also suggest that certain sociodemographic factors, such as monthly income and educational level along with clinical parameters like HbA1c, might be associated with a lower quality of life among Lebanese diabetic patients.

Keyphrases

physical activity
cardiovascular disease
type diabetes
metabolic syndrome
mental health
weight loss
risk factors
glycemic control
adipose tissue
insulin resistance