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Who joins the BDA?

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  • 1Department of Community Medicine, Charing Cross and Westminster Medical School, London, UK.

Diabetic Medicine : a Journal of the British Diabetic Association
|March 1, 1990
PubMed
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Membership in the British Diabetic Association (BDA) is associated with being younger, female, and insulin-treated. BDA members also experienced lower unemployment rates and higher homeownership.

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Area of Science:

  • Diabetes management
  • Public health
  • Sociology of health

Background:

  • The British Diabetic Association (BDA) is a key organization supporting individuals with diabetes.
  • Understanding the characteristics of its membership can inform outreach and support strategies.
  • Previous research has not comprehensively detailed the demographic and employment profiles of BDA members.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To compare demographic and clinical characteristics of working-age British Diabetic Association (BDA) members and non-members.
  • To investigate the relationship between BDA membership and employment status.
  • To identify factors associated with BDA membership in individuals with diabetes.

Main Methods:

  • A comparative analysis was conducted on a random sample of working-age (17-65 years) individuals with diabetes.

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  • Data were collected via a questionnaire focusing on employment and demographic details.
  • Statistical comparisons were made between BDA members and non-members.

    • Main Results:

    • Overall, 27% of respondents were BDA members, with significant regional variations.
    • BDA members were more likely to be younger (under 36) and female.
    • Insulin-treated patients had higher BDA membership rates (37% vs 13%).
    • Unemployment was lower among BDA members (12% vs 20%).
    • Membership correlated positively with homeownership and decreased with lower social status.

    Conclusions:

    • BDA membership is associated with specific demographic (younger, female) and clinical (insulin-treated) profiles.
    • Membership appears linked to better employment outcomes and socioeconomic factors.
    • Findings highlight potential disparities and inform targeted engagement strategies for diabetes support organizations.