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

Chihua Li, Elmar W. Tobi, Bastiaan T. Heijmans, L.H. Lumey

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Abstract

The 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.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)313-314
JournalNature Reviews Endocrinology
Volume15
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 21 Mar 2019

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