Prevalence of known diabetes mellitus among nationals in Abu-Dahabi city

ABSTRACT

This study aims at finding the prevalence of known diabetes mellitus among national in Abu Dahabi City by reviewing valid health record in New Rhoda Health Centre [n = 15175]. This research was carried out from 16 September 1989 and lasted for 2 months. The prevalence of diabetes was more among females [2.58% and 1.81% respectively]. The age specific prevalence of diabetes for both sexes was steadily increasing until age 59, then it was fluctuating. The highest rate was found from 80 - 84 years among males. On the other hand, among females a very high rate was met in age group 65 - 69 years [32.7%]. International comparison of prevalence of diabetes yielded a high rate in Abu Dahabi, age adjusted prevalence rate was 5.69%