Assessment of prevalence and risk factors of diabetes and pre-diabetes in South Africa.
Nina GrundlinghTemesgen T ZewotirDanielle J RobertsSamuel MandaPublished in: Journal of health, population, and nutrition (2022)
The risk factors for diabetes and pre-diabetes are many and complicated. Individuals need to be aware of their diabetic status before health complications arise. It is therefore important for all stakeholders in government and the private sector of South Africa to get involved in providing education and creating awareness about diabetes. Regular testing of diabetes, as well as leading a healthy lifestyle, should be encouraged.