Determinants of Health- DM

• What is associated with a higher prevalence of diabetes?

  Low income and food insecurity
• How do low income and food insecurity affect health?

  They increase diabetes and depression rates
• Which group is at high risk for diabetes in Canada?

  Indigenous people
• What populations are at high risk for developing type 2 DM?

  Hispanic, Arab, Asian, South Asian, African descent
• What can prevent or delay progression to type 2 DM?

  Lifestyle modifications like weight control
• What lifestyle changes can help prevent type 2 DM?

  Weight loss, healthy diet, and exercising
• What are the key factors associated with diabetes prevalence?

  • Low income
  • Food insecurity
  • Indigenous status
  • Certain ethnic backgrounds (Hispanic, Arab, Asian, South Asian, African descent)