Achieving Large-Scale Remission in Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus: The Role of Diet and Lifestyle Interventions
Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a major global public health challenge, with over 382 million adults affected in 2013, a figure projected to rise to 592 million by 2035. Pakistan ranks third globally in diabetes prevalence, with 33 million adults currently living with T2DM, a number expected to...
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| Language: | English |
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Dow University of Health Sciences
2024-12-01
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| Series: | Journal of the Dow University of Health Sciences |
| Online Access: | https://jduhs.com/index.php/jduhs/article/view/2383 |
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| Summary: | Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a major global public health challenge, with over 382 million adults affected in 2013, a figure projected to rise to 592 million by 2035. Pakistan ranks third globally in diabetes prevalence, with 33 million adults currently living with T2DM, a number expected to nearly double by 2045. This rapid increase places immense financial pressure on the healthcare system, with complications like dialysis and cardiovascular diseases consuming substantial 3 resources. Urban areas in Pakistan show a higher prevalence of diabetes compared to rural areas. For instance, the prevalence of diabetes in urban areas is reported to be 28.3% compared to 25.3% in rural areas, highlighting the role of lifestyle, socioeconomic factors, and healthcare access.This editorial explores the drivers of T2DM in Pakistan, its challenges, and the potential for large-scale remission through culturally tailored diet and lifestyle interventions.
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| ISSN: | 1995-2198 2410-2180 |