Diabetes Prevalence and Care in the Metis Population of Ontario, Canada

作者：Shah Baiju R^*; Cauch Dudek Karen; Pigeau Lisa

来源：Diabetes Care, 2011, 34(12): 2555-2556.

DOI：10.2337/dc11-0945

OBJECTIVE-The Metis are a distinct Aboriginal people in Canada with a unique history, culture, and language. This study examined diabetes prevalence and care in the Metis of Ontario.
RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS-The 14,480 people in the citizenship registry of the Metis Nation of Ontario were linked with provincial health care databases to determine diabetes prevalence and processes of care. Rates were compared between the Was and the general Ontario population.
RESULTS-The age/sex standardized prevalence of diabetes for the Metis was 11.2%, nearly 25% higher than that of the general Ontario population. Metis were more likely to be hospitalized (12.7 vs. 10.7%) or require emergency room visits (36.1 vs. 27.7%).
CONCLUSIONS-Metis people have an increased burden of diabetes that puts them at risk for complications and morbidity. Ensuring adequate access to and quality of care for diabetes is essential to maintain the health of the Metis people.

• 出版日期2011-12