Disparities in the Prevalence of Metabolic Syndrome (MS) and its Components Among University Employees by Age, Gender and Occupation

Background: Metabolic Syndrome (MS), a known risk factor for Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) and type II diabetes is an emerging epidemic in China. Studies carried out on the general population indicate a varied clustering of cardiovascular risks in many parts of the country. However, there is limi...

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Main Authors: Maureen Jepkorir Cheserek, Gui-Rong Wu, Li-Ye Shen, Yong-Hui Shi, Guo-Wei Le
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: JCDR Research and Publications Private Limited 2014-02-01
Series:Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research
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Online Access:https://jcdr.net/articles/PDF/4010/21-%206515_E(C)_F(T)_PF1(PAK)_PFA(AK)_PF2(NJH).pdf