The effect of the Chinese Famine on type 2 diabetes mellitus epidemics

The effect of the Chinese Famine on type 2 diabetes mellitus epidemicsThe effect of the Chinese Famine on type 2 diabetes mellitus epidemics, Published online: 21 March 2019; doi:10.1038/s41574-019-0195-5The Chinese Famine has been widely interpreted as an important contributor to subsequent epidemics of type 2 diabetes mellitus. Our re-examination of available studies challenges this apparent relationship. The definition of famine exposure and control selection needs more attention in future studies to better understand this potential association.
Source: Nature Reviews Endocrinology - Category: Endocrinology Authors: Source Type: research