Diabetes screening and the distribution of blood glucose levels in rural areas of North India

201512 citationsJournal Articlegold Open Access

Authors

Sameer Valsangkar · Catholic Health Association of India

Tomi Thomas · Catholic Health Association of India

Shalini Prabhata · Catholic Health Association of India

Abstract

Mass screening for diabetes provides benefits from a clinical standpoint by helping to estimate the prevalence (diabetes) and the hidden burden of the disease (prediabetes). Screening programs can strengthen healthcare system initiatives and reduce the growing burden of diabetes in India.

Topics & Keywords

Diabetes, Cardiovascular Risks, and Lipoproteins Diabetes and associated disorders Diabetes Management and Education

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Journal of Family and Community Medicine

Volume 22, Issue 3, pp. 140-140

DOI: 10.4103/2230-8229.163026

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