Diabetes Care in Oman Obstacles and solutions
Journal Title: Sultan Qaboos University Medical Journal - Year 2011, Vol 11, Issue 3
Abstract
Diabetes has become one of the most challenging chronic diseases with its prevalence increasing in most countries worldwide. Te Arabian Gulf countries face a similar increasing prevalence of diabetes. Diabetes care requires not only the support of the health authorities, but the contribution of all the sectors of the community and requires good fnancial support. In Oman, there are many factors which affect the care of diabetes. In this article, these factors are addressed and recommended solutions discussed.
Authors and Affiliations
Saif Alyaarubi| Department of Child Health, Sultan Qaboos University Hospital, Muscat, Oman
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