DIABETES M1 CASE

Introduction to Epidemiology: Diabetes M1 Case

Introduction to Epidemiology: Diabetes M1 Case

Introduction

In the United States, an estimated 16 million people have diabetes. Diabetes is a serious lifelong condition. Half the 16 million people who have diabetes do not even realize the condition exists and are not receiving treatment. 798,000 people each year are diagnosed with diabetes. It occurs most often in adults, but it's also one of the most chronic disorders in children. It is estimated that 123,000 children ages 19 and below have the disorder. It is associated with long term disorder that affects almost every major part in ...