Assessing the Risk of Type 2 Diabetes Among University Employees in Kuwait: A Cross-Sectional Study
Saleh Alsarhan1, Fatema Alkhulaifi2, Mai Alhazami3
1Department of Health Policy and Management, College of Public Health, Kuwait University, Kuwait City 13060, Kuwait.
Summary
Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) risk is high in Kuwait. A study found one-third of Kuwait University employees have an increased 10-year risk, with females and married individuals more susceptible. This highlights the need for workplace screening.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
- Preventive Medicine
Background:
- Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) poses a significant global health challenge.
- Kuwait exhibits one of the world's highest T2DM prevalence rates, impacting roughly 25% of adults.
- The Finnish Diabetes Risk Score (FINDRISC) offers a cost-effective method for T2DM risk screening.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate T2DM risk among Kuwait University (KU) employees using FINDRISC.
- To identify predictors associated with increased T2DM risk within this population.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study involving 407 KU employees.
- In-person data collection, including anthropometric measurements.
- Multivariable logistic regression analysis to determine risk predictors.
Main Results:
- The average FINDRISC score was 9.4, with females scoring higher than males (10.3 vs. 8.2).
- 33.7% of participants were identified as having an increased 10-year risk of T2DM (FINDRISC score ≥ 12).
- Key predictors for increased risk included being female, married, and higher perceived susceptibility to diabetes.
Conclusions:
- Approximately one-third of KU employees are at increased risk for T2DM.
- Workplace-based screening and prevention programs are valuable for early detection and intervention.
- Targeted interventions for high-risk groups, such as females and married individuals, may be beneficial.
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