Abstract
Trends in epidemiology of diabetes mellitus in Greece. Review of the major epidemiological studies
Highlights
Diabetes mellitus (DM) currently constitutes a global epidemic
The increase in prevalence of DM is rapid, and International Diabetes Federation (IDF) [4] estimates that people with diabetes, which were 350 million in 2011, will more than double and reach 552 million by 2030 [2]
A similar increase in the prevalence of DM is observed in Greece
Summary
Studies differ regarding methodology (self-reporting or data recording versus blood glucose measurements and OGTT), there is an increase in the prevalence of diabetes in the Greek population. In the Attica region, prevalence increased from 2,4% in 1974 to 9,5% (self-reporting studies) or 11,6% (blood glucose measurements and OGTT) in 2006. Regarding rural population, where prevalence was almost negligible (1,5%) during 1988-1993, there was a dramatic increase (approximately 11,7% during 2003-2005), to become equal to urban population. This change is similar to the trends worldwide. The cause of this increase is lifestyle change, with a consequent decrease in the physical activity, junk food, and obesity. Intervention is important to decrease diabetes incidence by modifying modern lifestyle
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