National type 2 diabetes prevention programme in Finland: FIN-D2D

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Authors

Timo Saaristo · Finnish Diabetes Association

Markku Peltonen · FishBase Information and Research Group

Sirkka Keinänen‐Kiukaanniemi · University of Oulu

Mauno Vanhala · Finnish Institute of Occupational Health

Juha Saltevo · FishBase Information and Research Group

Leo Niskanen · Finnvera (Finland)

Heikki Oksa

Abstract

Current research evidence shows that the type 2 diabetes can be effectively prevented in high-risk subjects by life-style changes, which include increased physical activity and weight reduction. FIN-D2D explores ways to implement these methods on a national level.

Topics & Keywords

Diabetes Management and Education Diabetes, Cardiovascular Risks, and Lipoproteins Obesity and Health Practices

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: International Journal of Circumpolar Health

Volume 66, Issue 2, pp. 101-112

DOI: 10.3402/ijch.v66i2.18239

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