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Risk factors for type 2 diabetes mellitus.
The Journal of cardiovascular nursing - 1 Jan 2002
Fletcher Barbara, Gulanick Meg, Lamendola Cindy
Abstract excerpt
Genetic, environmental, and metabolic risk factors are interrelated and contribute to the development of type 2 diabetes mellitus. A strong family history of diabetes mellitus, age, obesity, and physical inactivity identify those individuals at highest risk. Minority populations are also at higher risk, not only because of family history and genetics, but also because of adaptation to American environmental...
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