Preventing diabetes

Diabetes mellitus, once considered as a "disease of affluence," is increasingly affecting Third World communities. The World Health Organization is responding to the new challenge at both the global and regional levels.

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Published in:World health 1995-03, Vol.48 (2), p.14
Main Author: King, Hilary
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Developing countries
Diabetes
LDCs
Prevention
Public health
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Summary:Diabetes mellitus, once considered as a "disease of affluence," is increasingly affecting Third World communities. The World Health Organization is responding to the new challenge at both the global and regional levels.
ISSN:0043-8502