The effect of community-based programs on diabetes prevention in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The increasing prevalence of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) can have a substantial impact in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Community-based programs addressing diet, physical activity, and health behaviors have shown significant benefits on the prevention and management of T2DM, mainly in high-income countries. However, their effects on preventing T2DM in the at-risk population of LMICs have not been thoroughly evaluated.

Methods

The Cochrane Library (CENTRAL), MEDLINE, EMBASE and two clinical trial registries were searched to identify eligible studies. We applied a 10 years limit (from 01 Jan 2008 to 06 Mar 2018) on English language literature. We included randomized controlled trials (RCTs) with programs focused on lifestyle changes such as weight lo

SUBMITTER: Shirinzadeh M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6359819 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature