\u2022In 1994 in the 8 million or 3.1 percent of the U.S. population were diagnosed with diabetes.<\/p>\n
\u2022In 1997, 53.5 percent of the 1,758 cases of diabetes in the CNMI were Chamorros which is a 10.5 percent rate verses 3.1 rate in the U.S.<\/p>\n
\u2022In 1997, 12.5 percent of the 1,758 cases of diabetes in the CNMI were Carolinians which is an 11 percent rate verses 3.1 rate in the U.S.<\/p>\n
Effects<\/p>\n
\u2022Amputation of lower limbs from diabetes complications is 12.8 percent in the CNMI and only 8.3 percent in the U.S.<\/p>\n
\u2022The most frequent cause of blindness in the U.S is diabetes \u2014 some 50 percent of all cases. (Dr. Korham)<\/p>\n
\u2022Diabetes can cause what is called “end stage kidney failure” and is why the many CNMI citizens are on what is called dialysis<\/p>\n
\u2022Diabetes can cause high blood pressure, and cardiovascular, or heart related problems. When untreated, these can lead to death at an early age.<\/p>\n
\u2022Diabetes can cause disabilities which result in unemployment, a lower quality of life, and higher medical costs to the family and the community.<\/p>\n
\u2022Complications from diabetes can be the underlying cause of many types of fatal illnesses.<\/p>\n
Summary<\/p>\n
Diabetes is a serious disease which can affect the young and elderly, and even pregnant women. If you have questions or concerns, make an appointment at the Family Clinic of the CHC.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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