Obesity and Diabetes in Jordan: Findings from the Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System, 2004
Author Information
Author(s): Walke Henry MD, MPH, Mokdad Ali H PhD, Zindah Meyasser MD, Belbeisi Adel MD
Primary Institution: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Hypothesis
What are the prevalence and associations of obesity and diabetes among Jordanian adults?
Conclusion
The study found a high prevalence of obesity and diabetes among Jordanian adults, with many cases undiagnosed.
Supporting Evidence
- Obesity was significantly associated with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and asthma.
- Approximately 9% of participants reported being diagnosed with diabetes, while 16.9% were diagnosed through laboratory testing.
- 34.8% of participants were found to be obese based on measured weights and heights.
Takeaway
Many people in Jordan are overweight or have diabetes, and a lot of them don't even know it.
Methodology
The study used a multistage sampling design to select households and conducted interviews and medical examinations on adults aged 18 and older.
Potential Biases
Self-selection bias may have influenced the differences between those who underwent medical examination and those who did not.
Limitations
The study design is cross-sectional, and self-selection bias may have affected the results.
Participant Demographics
Participants included adults aged 18 years or older, with a response rate of 94.7% for interviews and 85.2% for medical evaluations.
Statistical Information
P-Value
<0.05
Confidence Interval
95% CI, 1.58–6.76
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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