Prevalence of Diabetes Is Higher Among Female than Male Zuni Indians

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Authors

Marina Scavini · San Raffaele University of Rome

Christine A. Stidley · Radiology Associates of Albuquerque

Vallabh O. Shah · University of New Mexico

Andrew S. Narva · Indian Health Service

Francesca Tentori · University of Milan

David Keßler · Pueblo of Zuni

Arlene Bobelu ·

Abstract

Among the Zuni Indians, the prevalence of diabetes was 57% higher among female than male members of the population. Culture, tradition, and lifestyle differences may contribute to the higher prevalence of diabetes and obesity among female Zuni Indians.

Topics & Keywords

Diabetes, Cardiovascular Risks, and Lipoproteins Diabetes and associated disorders Adipokines, Inflammation, and Metabolic Diseases

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Diabetes Care

Volume 26, Issue 1, pp. 55-60

DOI: 10.2337/diacare.26.1.55

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