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Sunday, September 6, 2009

DIABETES ON THE RISE - EVERY 1 OUT OF 20 AMERICANS HAVE DIABETES

Not that long ago many chronic diseases were considered to be problems confined to prosperous countries. But the developing world is fast catching up--especially when it comes to diabetes.

Populous India and China have the most diabetic citizens in the world, with 40.9 million and 39.8 million respectively, according to data from International Diabetes Foundation. Other developing countries, including Egypt and Suriname, have a higher prevalence of diabetes among adults than the U.S.


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