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Iwata S, Ashida K, Demiya M, Nagayama A, Hasuzawa N, Yoshinobu S, Sonezaki A, Yasuda J, Motomura S, Katsuki Y, Sugi K, Nomura M. Preserved seasonal variation in glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus during COVID-19: a 3-year-long retrospective cohort study in older adults in Japan. BMC Endocr Disord 2024; 24:70. [PMID: 38755559 PMCID: PMC11100128 DOI: 10.1186/s12902-024-01602-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/03/2023] [Accepted: 05/10/2024] [Indexed: 05/18/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has changed our lifestyle by imposing restrictions, such as physical distancing. The effect of COVID-19 prevalence on seasonal variations in glycemic control in patients with diabetes mellitus (DM) remains unknown. METHODS This single-center retrospective cohort study evaluated glycemic control in patients with type 2 DM who visited Sugi Cardiovascular Hospital in December 2021. We evaluated the clinical findings of all patients treated regularly between March 1, 2019, and December 31, 2021, including the periods both before and after the COVID-19 pandemic. All the standard treatments were approved. Furthermore, seasonal changes in hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) levels were evaluated using stratified analyses based on age. RESULTS This study analyzed 86 patients (mean age, 69.6 ± 9.2 years; men, 57). Median HbA1c (National Glycohemoglobin Standardization Program [Union of Clinical Chemistry]) levels in spring (March) were 7.70% (interquartile range (IQR):7.23%-8.30%) [60.6 mmol/mol (IQR:55.4-67.2 mmol/mol)], 7.35% (IQR:6.90%-7.90%) [56.8 mmol/mol (IQR:51.9-62.8 mmol/mol)], and 7.50% (IQR:7.10%-8.00%) [58.5 mmol/mol (IQR:54.1-63.9 mmol/mol)] in 2019, 2020, and 2021, respectively. During these periods, HbA1c levels and body mass index (BMI) revealed significant seasonal variations "high in spring" and "low in autumn." Median HbA1c levels in spring (March) and autumn (September) were 7.86% [61.2 mmol/mol] and 7.48% [57.4 mmol/mol] in 2019 (P < 0.001), 7.50% [57.7 mmol/mol] and 7.17% [54.2 mmol/mol] in 2020 (P < 0.001), and 7.61% [58.3 mmol/mol] and 7.19% [53.8 mmol/mol] in 2021 (P < 0.001). Seasonal variations in HbA1c levels and BMI were maintained over the past 3 years, including the pandemic period. None of the patients in this study developed COVID-19 during the study period. CONCLUSIONS Seasonal variations in glycemic control in patients with DM were not influenced by lifestyle modifications associated with COVID-19. Maintenance of physical activity is necessary to prevent the development of sarcopenia. Moreover, seasonal variations in glycemic metabolism should be considered an independent factor for DM management. Additional extensive multifacility investigations are necessary to corroborate our findings.
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- Shimpei Iwata
- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Kurume University School of Medicine, 67 Asahi-Machi, Kurume, Fukuoka, 830-0011, Japan
- Sugi Cardiovascular Hospital, 950-1 Taguma, Ohmuta, Fukuoka, 837-0916, Japan
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- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Kurume University School of Medicine, 67 Asahi-Machi, Kurume, Fukuoka, 830-0011, Japan.
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- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Kurume University School of Medicine, 67 Asahi-Machi, Kurume, Fukuoka, 830-0011, Japan
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- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Kurume University School of Medicine, 67 Asahi-Machi, Kurume, Fukuoka, 830-0011, Japan
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- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Kurume University School of Medicine, 67 Asahi-Machi, Kurume, Fukuoka, 830-0011, Japan
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- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Kurume University School of Medicine, 67 Asahi-Machi, Kurume, Fukuoka, 830-0011, Japan
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- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Kurume University School of Medicine, 67 Asahi-Machi, Kurume, Fukuoka, 830-0011, Japan
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- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Kurume University School of Medicine, 67 Asahi-Machi, Kurume, Fukuoka, 830-0011, Japan
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- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Kurume University School of Medicine, 67 Asahi-Machi, Kurume, Fukuoka, 830-0011, Japan
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- Sugi Cardiovascular Hospital, 950-1 Taguma, Ohmuta, Fukuoka, 837-0916, Japan
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- Sugi Cardiovascular Hospital, 950-1 Taguma, Ohmuta, Fukuoka, 837-0916, Japan
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- Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Department of Internal Medicine, Kurume University School of Medicine, 67 Asahi-Machi, Kurume, Fukuoka, 830-0011, Japan
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Kasaoka S, Naito H, Uchigashima Y. Poor Environmental Conditions Created the Acute Health Deteriorations in Evacuation Shelters after the 2016 Kumamoto Earthquake. TOHOKU J EXP MED 2023; 261:309-315. [PMID: 37880131 DOI: 10.1620/tjem.2023.j088] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/27/2023]
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When disasters occur, affected people in evacuation shelters may experience health problems, such as exacerbation of chronic diseases or development of new diseases. This study examined the factors contributing to sudden illness in evacuation shelters used for the 2016 Kumamoto Earthquake. The subjects were evacuees of the Kumamoto Earthquake who were transported to hospitals from evacuation shelters by ambulance. Data on patients transported from evacuation shelters were obtained from emergency transport records at the Kumamoto City Fire Department and from medical institutions. The assessment of the living conditions in the shelter was obtained from the Emergency Medical Information System. A total of 576 patients were transported by ambulance from evacuation shelters in Kumamoto City. Of these, 300 patients for whom detailed information was obtained from medical institutions were included in the analysis. The median age was 71 years, and 213 patients (71%) were over 60 years old. There were 235 patients (78%) with pre-existing medical conditions. The most common reasons for emergency transport were falls and dyspnea, followed by fever, disturbance of consciousness, and abdominal pain. The most common final diagnosis at the medical institutions was trauma due to falls, followed by cardiovascular disease, infectious disease, and cerebral neurological disease. A survey of living conditions in the shelters identified problems with scarcity of space and provision of medical care and food. In order to prevent adverse health outcomes in evacuation shelters, the provision of appropriate living conditions and medical care is important from the acute phase of a disaster.
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- Shunji Kasaoka
- Disaster Medical Education and Research Center, Kumamoto University Hospital
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- Disaster Medical Education and Research Center, Kumamoto University Hospital
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- Disaster Medical Education and Research Center, Kumamoto University Hospital
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Tarçın G, Özdemir Dilek S, Kılıç S, Ata A. Effect of Continuous Glucose Monitoring Device Assistance on Glycemic Control of 2023 Kahramanmaraş Doublet Earthquake Survivors with Type 1 Diabetes in Adana, Turkey. Turk Arch Pediatr 2023; 58:653-657. [PMID: 37915274 PMCID: PMC10724777 DOI: 10.5152/turkarchpediatr.2023.23198] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/31/2023] [Accepted: 09/21/2023] [Indexed: 11/03/2023]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of the devastating 2023 Kahramanmaraş earthquake on the glycemic control of children with type 1 diabetes (T1DM) in Adana, Turkey. Additionally, the study aimed to assess the impact of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) device assistance on glycemic control after the earthquake. MATERIALS AND METHODS A retrospective study was conducted involving 134 children with T1DM receiving intensive insulin treatment. Participants were divided into 2 groups: CGM (+) (n = 58), who benefited from CGM device assistance, and CGM (-) (n = 76), who did not utilize CGM device after the earthquake. Glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) levels were recorded before and after the earthquake. RESULTS Following the earthquake, the median HbA1c for all participants changed insignificantly from 8.9% to 8.6% (P = .491). However, in the CGM (+) group, HbA1c levels significantly improved post earthquake (P = .001). Conversely, the CGM (-) group experienced a deterioration in glycemic control (P = .027). A 2-way repeated measures ANOVA revealed a significant interaction effect between CGM device usage and the earthquake on HbA1c levels (F = 17.257, P <.001). Subgroup analysis based on age indicated that the effectiveness of CGM was more pronounced in adolescents (≥12 years) than in younger children (<12 years). CONCLUSION This study highlights the adverse impact of the earthquake on glycemic control in children with T1DM and underscores the effectiveness of CGM in improving glycemic control, particularly among adolescents. The provision of CGM devices following the earthquake led to enhanced outcomes, mitigating the negative effects of the disaster on glycemic control.
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- Gürkan Tarçın
- Department of Pediatric Endocrinology, Adana City Training and Research Hospital, Adana, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatric Endocrinology, Adana City Training and Research Hospital, Adana, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatric Endocrinology, Adana City Training and Research Hospital, Adana, Turkey
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- Department of Pediatric Endocrinology, Adana City Training and Research Hospital, Adana, Turkey
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Wang Z, Jiang B, Wang X, Li Z, Wang D, Xue H, Wang D. Relationship between physical activity and individual mental health after traumatic events: a systematic review. Eur J Psychotraumatol 2023; 14:2205667. [PMID: 37134018 PMCID: PMC10158556 DOI: 10.1080/20008066.2023.2205667] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/04/2023] Open
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Background: Traumatic events can cause social tension, anxiety, panic and other psychological crises, and can even cause post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and suicide. Physical activity has a good role in promoting mental health, and has a great application prospect in individual psychological intervention after traumatic events. However, no systematic review of the relationship between physical activity and individual mental health after traumatic events affecting many people has been published so far, which makes it impossible for people to understand the research status in this field from a holistic perspective.Objective: This review explores the relationship between physical activity and individual psychology, physiology, subjective quality of life and well-being after traumatic events, so as to provide some valuable clues or enlightenment for individual psychological intervention after traumatic events.Method: Relevant literature was searched in five databases, summarised, sorted and studied.Results: Thirty-three study papers were included in this review, the main study findings include: (1) Physical activity is positively correlated with individual mental resilience and subjective well-being after traumatic events, and negatively correlated with anxiety, depression, tension and PTSD. (2) Individuals with higher levels of physical activity have better mental health status after traumatic events than those who do not regularly engage in physical activity. (3) Physical activity can promote sleep quality, self-efficacy, subjective quality of life and various physiological functions of those experiencing traumatic events. (4) Physical activity (including exercise) is regarded as one of the preferred nursing measures to buffer against mental stress and maintain physical and mental health for those experiencing traumatic events.Conclusion: The level of physical activity is positively correlated with individual physical and mental health before and after traumatic events. Physical activity can be used as one of the effective measures to improve individual mental health after traumatic events.
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- ZhiFeng Wang
- Department of Physical Education, Xi'an Polytechnic University, Shaanxi, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Physical Education, Xi'an Polytechnic University, Shaanxi, People's Republic of China
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- Department of General Education, Shandong First Medical University & Shandong Academy of Medical Sciences, Tai'an, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Physical Education, Xi'an Polytechnic University, Shaanxi, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Physical Education, Xinyang University, Xinyang, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Physical Education, Xi'an Polytechnic University, Shaanxi, People's Republic of China
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- College of Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation, Shandong First Medical University & Shandong Academy of Medical Sciences, Tai'an, People's Republic of China
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Khunti K, Aroda VR, Aschner P, Chan JCN, Del Prato S, Hambling CE, Harris S, Lamptey R, McKee M, Tandon N, Valabhji J, Seidu S. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on diabetes services: planning for a global recovery. Lancet Diabetes Endocrinol 2022; 10:890-900. [PMID: 36356612 PMCID: PMC9640202 DOI: 10.1016/s2213-8587(22)00278-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 11.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2022] [Revised: 09/01/2022] [Accepted: 09/30/2022] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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The COVID-19 pandemic has disproportionately affected certain groups, such as older people (ie, >65 years), minority ethnic populations, and people with specific chronic conditions including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, and some respiratory diseases. There is now evidence of not only direct but also indirect adverse effects of COVID-19 in people with diabetes. Recurrent lockdowns and public health measures throughout the pandemic have restricted access to routine diabetes care, limiting new diagnoses, and affecting self-management, routine follow-ups, and access to medications, as well as affecting lifestyle behaviours and emotional wellbeing globally. Pre-pandemic studies have shown that short-term delays in delivery of routine care, even by 12 months, are associated with adverse effects on risk factor control and worse microvascular, macrovascular, and mortality outcomes in people with diabetes. Disruptions within the short-to-medium term due to natural disasters also result in worse diabetes outcomes. However, the true magnitude of the indirect effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on long-term outcomes and mortality in people with diabetes is still unclear. Disasters tend to exacerbate existing health disparities; as we recover ambulatory diabetes services in the aftermath of the pandemic, there is an opportunity to prioritise those with the greatest need, and to target resources and interventions aimed at improving outcomes and reducing inequality.
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- Kamlesh Khunti
- Diabetes Research Centre, College of Medicine, Biological Sciences and Psychology, University of Leicester, Leicester, UK; NIHR Applied Research Collaboration East Midlands, Leicester, UK.
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- Asociación Colombiana de Diabetes, Bogotá, Colombia; Oficina de Investigaciones, Hospital Universitario San Ignacio, Bogotá, Colombia
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- Department of Medicine and Therapeutics, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Prince of Wales Hospital, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, China; Hong Kong Institute of Diabetes and Obesity, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Prince of Wales Hospital, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, China; Li Ka Shing Institute of Health Sciences, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Prince of Wales Hospital, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, China
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- Diabetology Divisions, Pisa University Hospital, University of Pisa, Pisa, Italy
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- Department of Family Medicine, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, Western University, London, ON, Canada
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- Department of Family Medicine, Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, Accra, Ghana; Department of Community Health, University of Ghana Medical School, Accra, Ghana
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- Department of Health Services Research and Policy, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London, UK
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- Department of Endocrinology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, India
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- Division of Metabolism, Digestion and Reproduction, Imperial College London, London, UK; NHS England, London, UK; NHS Improvement, London, UK; Department of Diabetes and Endocrinology, St Mary's Hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, London, UK
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- Diabetes Research Centre, College of Medicine, Biological Sciences and Psychology, University of Leicester, Leicester, UK; NIHR Applied Research Collaboration East Midlands, Leicester, UK
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Ito S, Kobayashi K, Chin K, Umezawa S, Yamamoto H, Nakano S, Takada N, Hatori N, Tamura K. The impact of the first announced state of emergency owing to coronavirus disease-2019 on stress and blood pressure levels among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus in Japan. J Diabetes Investig 2022; 13:1607-1616. [PMID: 35437922 PMCID: PMC9114982 DOI: 10.1111/jdi.13813] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/17/2022] [Revised: 03/31/2022] [Accepted: 04/18/2022] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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Aims/Introduction After the first coronavirus disease 2019 state of emergency announcement, there was an increase in stress that might have affected the self‐management of patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. This study identified the changes in clinical findings and stress among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus, and investigated the characteristics of patients who experienced an increase in blood pressure (BP) after the announcement. Materials and Methods Retrospectively, we scrutinized 310 patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus who were treated by the Sagamihara Physicians Association. After the announcement, 164 and 146 patients showed an increase (ΔBP >0 group) and decrease in BP (ΔBP ≤0 group), respectively. The propensity score matching method was used to compare the differences in clinical findings and stress‐related questionnaire responses between the two groups. Results After the announcement, 47% of patients experienced an increase in daily stress. Furthermore, 17% and 36% reported worsening dietary intake and a decrease in exercise, respectively. More patients reported that their dietary and salt intake had worsened in the ΔBP >0 group than in the ΔBP ≤0 group (9% vs 20%, P = 0.02, and 3% vs 10%, P = 0.04, respectively). Additionally, both systolic and diastolic BP measured in the office were significantly increased (P = 0.02 and P = 0.03, respectively); however, systolic BP measured at home significantly decreased (P = 0.01). The total stress scores were higher in the ΔBP >0 group than in the ΔBP ≤0 group (0.05 ± 2.61 and 0.93 ± 2.70, respectively, P = 0.03). Conclusions An increase in stress and, particularly, worsening dietary and salt intake were noted among patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus who experienced an increase in BP after the state of emergency announcement.
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- Shun Ito
- Sagamihara Physicians Association, Sagamihara, Japan
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- Sagamihara Physicians Association, Sagamihara, Japan.,Department of Medical Science and Cardiorenal Medicine, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Kanagawa, Japan
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- Sagamihara Physicians Association, Sagamihara, Japan
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- Sagamihara Physicians Association, Sagamihara, Japan
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- Department of Cardiology, Kobayashi Hospital, Odawara, Japan
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- Department of Medical Science and Cardiorenal Medicine, Yokohama City University Graduate School of Medicine, Kanagawa, Japan
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Shui X, Zhao L, Li W, Jia Y, Liu Z, Li C, Yang X, Huang H, Wu S, Chen S, Gao J, Li X, Wang A, Jin X, Guo L, Hou S. Association between exposure to earthquake in early life and diabetes mellitus incidence in adulthood with the modification of lifestyles: Results from the Kailuan study. Front Pediatr 2022; 10:1046086. [PMID: 36425399 PMCID: PMC9679373 DOI: 10.3389/fped.2022.1046086] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2022] [Accepted: 10/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Exposure to disasters in early life may induce lifetime health risk, but investigation on earthquake exposure and DM in later life is still limited. The aim of the current study is to evaluate the association between exposure to the Tangshan Earthquake in early life and diabetes mellitus (DM) incidence in adulthood, and explore the modification of lifestyles on DM development. METHODS Participants who were free of DM at baseline from the Kailuan Study were included in this study. All participants were divided into fetal-exposed, infant-exposed, early childhood-exposed and nonexposed group. The effect of earthquake exposure on DM and modification of lifestyles were examined by multivariable-adjusted Cox proportional hazard model. RESULTS The exposed group had a higher risk of DM than nonexposed group, especially in infant-exposed and early childhood-exposed group, with hazard ratio (HR) of 1.62 [95% confidence intervals (CI), 1.21-2.17] and 1.46 (95% CI, 1.06-1.99), respectively. After stratifying by lifestyles, a significant modification was observed in alcohol consumption. CONCLUSION Exposing to earthquake in early life could increase DM incidence in later life, and alcohol consumption might modify the effect of earthquake exposure on DM development. More attention should be paid on the preventions of DM among adults who exposed to earthquake in their early life.
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- Xinying Shui
- Institute of Disaster and Emergency Medicine, Tianjin University, Tianjin, Tianjin, China.,Wenzhou Safety (Emergency) Institute, Tianjin University, Wenzhou, China.,Tianjin Key Laboratory of Disaster Medicine Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, China
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- Institute of Disaster and Emergency Medicine, Tianjin University, Tianjin, Tianjin, China.,Wenzhou Safety (Emergency) Institute, Tianjin University, Wenzhou, China.,Tianjin Key Laboratory of Disaster Medicine Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, China
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- Institute of Disaster and Emergency Medicine, Tianjin University, Tianjin, Tianjin, China.,Wenzhou Safety (Emergency) Institute, Tianjin University, Wenzhou, China.,Tianjin Key Laboratory of Disaster Medicine Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, China
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- Institute of Disaster and Emergency Medicine, Tianjin University, Tianjin, Tianjin, China.,Wenzhou Safety (Emergency) Institute, Tianjin University, Wenzhou, China.,Tianjin Key Laboratory of Disaster Medicine Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, China
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- Institute of Disaster and Emergency Medicine, Tianjin University, Tianjin, Tianjin, China.,Wenzhou Safety (Emergency) Institute, Tianjin University, Wenzhou, China.,Tianjin Key Laboratory of Disaster Medicine Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Occupational & Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
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- Department of Occupational & Environmental Health, School of Public Health, Tianjin Medical University, Tianjin, China
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- Basic Medical Science College, Harbin Medical University, Harbin, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Kailuan General Hospital, Tangshan, China
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- Department of Cardiology, Kailuan General Hospital, Tangshan, China
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- Department of Intensive Medicine, Kailuan General Hospital, Tangshan, China
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- Department of Intensive Medicine, Kailuan General Hospital, Tangshan, China
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- Department of Intensive Medicine, Kailuan General Hospital, Tangshan, China
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- Wenzhou Safety (Emergency) Institute, Tianjin University, Wenzhou, China
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- Institute of Disaster and Emergency Medicine, Tianjin University, Tianjin, Tianjin, China.,Wenzhou Safety (Emergency) Institute, Tianjin University, Wenzhou, China.,Tianjin Key Laboratory of Disaster Medicine Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, China
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- Institute of Disaster and Emergency Medicine, Tianjin University, Tianjin, Tianjin, China.,Wenzhou Safety (Emergency) Institute, Tianjin University, Wenzhou, China.,Tianjin Key Laboratory of Disaster Medicine Technology, Tianjin University, Tianjin, China
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Endo K, Miki T, Itoh T, Kubo H, Ito R, Ohno K, Hotta H, Kato N, Matsumoto T, Kitamura A, Tamayama M, Wataya T, Yamaya A, Ishikawa R, Ooiwa H. Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Glycemic Control and Blood Pressure Control in Patients with Diabetes in Japan. Intern Med 2022; 61:37-48. [PMID: 34980759 PMCID: PMC8810256 DOI: 10.2169/internalmedicine.8041-21] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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Objective In this study, we investigated whether and how the COVID-19 pandemic affected glycemic control and blood pressure (BP) control in patients with diabetes mellitus (DM). Methods DM patients whose HbA1c level was measured regularly before and after the declaration of a state of emergency were included in this study. Some patients were given questionnaires about changes in their lifestyle to determine the factors affecting glycemic control and BP control. Results The median HbA1c level of the 804 patients increased significantly from 6.8% before the state of emergency to 7.1% and 7.0% during and after the state of emergency, respectively. This was in contrast to the decrease one year earlier due to seasonal variations. In the 176 patients who responded to the questionnaire, the HbA1c level also increased significantly during and after the state of emergency. The worsening of glycemic control was more pronounced in the group that had achieved HbA1c of <7% before the state of emergency than in those with higher values. Unlike the rise in HbA1c, the BP did not rise during the state of emergency but did rise significantly afterwards. There was no marked decrease in HbA1c or BP after the state of emergency, even in patients who responded that they were much more careful with their diet, ate less, or exercised more. Conclusions The COVID-19 pandemic worsened glycemic control and BP control, even in patients who perceived no marked change in their diet or exercise, suggesting that more active lifestyle guidance is necessary for good treatment of DM patients.
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- Keisuke Endo
- Department of Cardiology and Diabetes, Oji General Hospital, Japan
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- Department of Cardiology and Diabetes, Oji General Hospital, Japan
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- Department of Cardiology and Diabetes, Oji General Hospital, Japan
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- Medical Record Administration Center, Oji General Hospital, Japan
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- Department of Cardiology and Diabetes, Oji General Hospital, Japan
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- Department of Cardiology and Diabetes, Oji General Hospital, Japan
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- Department of Cardiology and Diabetes, Oji General Hospital, Japan
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- Department of Cardiology and Diabetes, Oji General Hospital, Japan
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- Internal Medicine Outpatient Clinic, Oji General Hospital, Japan
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- Internal Medicine Outpatient Clinic, Oji General Hospital, Japan
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- Internal Medicine Outpatient Clinic, Oji General Hospital, Japan
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- Internal Medicine Outpatient Clinic, Oji General Hospital, Japan
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- Medical Record Administration Center, Oji General Hospital, Japan
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- Department of Cardiology and Diabetes, Oji General Hospital, Japan
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Oyama Y, Abiru N, Kit A, Eyama D, Noda A, Nagata A. Thoughts and attitudes toward disasters among Japanese patients with type 1 diabetes: A qualitative descriptive study. Jpn J Nurs Sci 2021; 19:e12459. [PMID: 34664359 DOI: 10.1111/jjns.12459] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/14/2021] [Revised: 08/25/2021] [Accepted: 09/25/2021] [Indexed: 12/01/2022]
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AIM The purpose of this study was to clarify the thoughts and attitudes of patients with type 1 diabetes during disasters. METHODS We conducted a qualitative descriptive study. The participants were 10 adult patients with type 1 diabetes who were selected through purposeful sampling. None of them had experienced a disaster. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews. Thematic analysis was used to analyze the data. RESULTS Type 1 diabetes patients described a variety of thoughts and attitudes regarding disaster and preparedness. Based on their experiences, 528 codes were extracted. The codes were categorized based on their patterns and similarities. Then, 11 sub-themes and three main themes were identified. The three main themes were (a) "being unprepared since one could not relate to disasters"; (b) "managing well with insulin and food"; and (c) "hiding the fact that one has diabetes." CONCLUSIONS This study identified three important characteristics of the thoughts and attitudes of patients with type 1 diabetes toward disasters. These provide perspectives for education in pre-disaster preparation and support when disasters occur. Patients with type 1 diabetes are aware of the importance of insulin, food adjustment, and self-management on a daily basis. Therefore, it is necessary to educate them so that they can apply their knowledge in times of disaster. In addition, healthcare providers who provide support in times of disaster need to be aware that there are victims who cannot talk readily about their illness.
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- Yusuke Oyama
- Nagasaki University Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Nagasaki, Japan
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- Nagasaki University Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Nagasaki, Japan
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- Nagasaki University Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Nagasaki, Japan
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- Nagasaki University School of Health Sciences, Nagasaki, Japan
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- Nagasaki University School of Health Sciences, Nagasaki, Japan
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- Nagasaki University Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences, Nagasaki, Japan
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Lee M. Blood glucose control: Where are we? J Diabetes Investig 2021; 12:1762-1764. [PMID: 34288537 PMCID: PMC8504917 DOI: 10.1111/jdi.13632] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2021] [Revised: 07/13/2021] [Accepted: 07/19/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022] Open
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Optimal blood glucose control warrants both early intensive therapy and individualization strategies in patients with diabetes mellitus.
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- Moon‐Kyu Lee
- Division of Endocrinology & MetabolismDepartment of Internal MedicineUijeongbu Eulji Medical CenterEulji University School of MedicineUijeongbuKorea
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Hirai H, Okazaki K, Ohira T, Maeda M, Sakai A, Nakano H, Hayashi F, Nagao M, Harigane M, Takahashi A, Ohira H, Kazama JJ, Hosoya M, Yabe H, Suzuki Y, Yasumura S, Ohto H, Kamiya K, Shimabukuro M. Suboptimal diabetic control and psychological burden after the triple disaster in Japan: the Fukushima Health Management Survey. BMJ Open Diabetes Res Care 2021; 9:9/1/e002007. [PMID: 34497045 PMCID: PMC8438729 DOI: 10.1136/bmjdrc-2020-002007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/14/2020] [Accepted: 06/17/2021] [Indexed: 11/27/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION A triple disaster struck eastern Japan in March 2011. We investigated the psychological distress and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms caused by the disaster in people without or with diabetes mellitus. RESEARCH DESIGN AND METHODS This cross-sectional analysis examined the 16 097 evacuees (1820 (11.3%) with and 14 277 (88.7%) without diabetes mellitus) included in the Fukushima Health Management Survey. Non-specific mental health distress was assessed using the Kessler-6 Scale, and traumatic symptoms were evaluated using the PTSD Checklist. Logistic regression analyses were used to estimate the OR and 95% CI associated with symptoms, adjusted for diabetes-related and disaster-related factors. RESULTS In the age-adjusted and sex-adjusted logistic models, suboptimal diabetic control (hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) ≥7%) was associated with both psychological distress and possible PTSD. In the same models, current smoking, evacuation, and sleep dissatisfaction were associated with psychological distress and possible PTSD. In the multivariate-adjusted logistic models, HbA1c ≥7% was associated with psychological distress, independent of job change, evacuation, or sleep dissatisfaction. CONCLUSION After the triple disaster, non-specific mental health distress was associated with suboptimal diabetic control. Thus, patients with diabetes, especially those with suboptimal diabetic control, may be vulnerable to postdisaster psychological burden.
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- Hiroyuki Hirai
- Department of Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
- Department of Internal Medicine, Shirakawa Kosei General Hospital, Shirakawa, Japan
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- Radiation Medical Science Center for the Fukushima Health Management Survey, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
- Department of Physical Therapy, Fukushima Medical University School of Health Sciences, Fukushima, Japan
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- Radiation Medical Science Center for the Fukushima Health Management Survey, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
- Department of Epidemiology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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- Radiation Medical Science Center for the Fukushima Health Management Survey, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
- Department of Disaster Psychiatry, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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- Radiation Medical Science Center for the Fukushima Health Management Survey, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
- Department of Radiation Life Sciences, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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- Radiation Medical Science Center for the Fukushima Health Management Survey, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
- Department of Epidemiology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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- Radiation Medical Science Center for the Fukushima Health Management Survey, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
- Department of Epidemiology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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- Radiation Medical Science Center for the Fukushima Health Management Survey, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
- Department of Epidemiology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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- Radiation Medical Science Center for the Fukushima Health Management Survey, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
- Department of Epidemiology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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- Radiation Medical Science Center for the Fukushima Health Management Survey, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
- Department of Gastroenterology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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- Radiation Medical Science Center for the Fukushima Health Management Survey, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
- Department of Gastroenterology, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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- Radiation Medical Science Center for the Fukushima Health Management Survey, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
- Department of Nephrology and Hypertension, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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- Radiation Medical Science Center for the Fukushima Health Management Survey, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
- Department of Pediatrics, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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- Radiation Medical Science Center for the Fukushima Health Management Survey, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
- Department of Neuropsychiatry, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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- Department of Adult Mental Health, National Center of Neurology and Psychiatry National Institute of Mental Health, Kodaira, Japan
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- Radiation Medical Science Center for the Fukushima Health Management Survey, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
- Department of Public Health, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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- Radiation Medical Science Center for the Fukushima Health Management Survey, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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- Radiation Medical Science Center for the Fukushima Health Management Survey, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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- Department of Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
- Radiation Medical Science Center for the Fukushima Health Management Survey, Fukushima Medical University School of Medicine, Fukushima, Japan
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Munekawa C, Hosomi Y, Hashimoto Y, Okamura T, Takahashi F, Kawano R, Nakajima H, Osaka T, Okada H, Majima S, Senmaru T, Nakanishi N, Ushigome E, Hamaguchi M, Yamazaki M, Fukui M. Effect of coronavirus disease 2019 pandemic on the lifestyle and glycemic control in patients with type 2 diabetes: a cross-section and retrospective cohort study. Endocr J 2021; 68:201-210. [PMID: 32999133 DOI: 10.1507/endocrj.ej20-0426] [Citation(s) in RCA: 50] [Impact Index Per Article: 16.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/08/2023] Open
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To investigate the acute effects of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) on the lifestyle and metabolic parameters in patients with type 2 diabetes mellites. This cross-sectional and retrospective cohort study induced 203 patients who completed a questionnaire regarding stress levels and lifestyles. Data regarding stress levels, sleep time, exercise, and total diet, snack, and prepared food intake were obtained from the questionnaires. The changes in the body weight or HbA1c levels were determined by comparing the values at the time the questionnaire was administered to those noted 3 months ago. Increased levels of stress and decreased exercise levels were reported in approximately 40% and >50%. During the COVID-19 pandemic. There was a negative correlation between stress and exercise (r = -0.285, p < 0.001) and a positive correlation between stress and prepared food intake (r = 0.193, p = 0.009). Decreased exercise levels (r = -0.33, p < 0.001) and increased snack consumption (r = 0.24, p = 0.002) were associated with increased body weight. Furthermore, increased total diet intake (r = 0.16, p = 0.031) was associated with increased HbA1c levels. These relationships remained significant for patients aged <65 years and patients who did not engage in regular exercise. Many patients experienced stress and lifestyle changes due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and these changes were associated with increased body weight and HbA1c levels.
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- Chihiro Munekawa
- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kyoto 602-8566, Japan
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- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kyoto 602-8566, Japan
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- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kyoto 602-8566, Japan
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- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kyoto 602-8566, Japan
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- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kyoto 602-8566, Japan
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- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kyoto 602-8566, Japan
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- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kyoto 602-8566, Japan
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- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kyoto 602-8566, Japan
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- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kyoto 602-8566, Japan
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- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kyoto 602-8566, Japan
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- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kyoto 602-8566, Japan
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- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kyoto 602-8566, Japan
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- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kyoto 602-8566, Japan
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- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kyoto 602-8566, Japan
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- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kyoto 602-8566, Japan
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- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine, Graduate School of Medical Science, Kyoto 602-8566, Japan
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Studies have shown that disasters may exacerbate the comorbidities in vulnerable populations such as those with a pre-existing chronic medical condition like diabetes. This article highlights recent studies that look at the impact of disasters on people with diabetes and also shows recent resources for consumers, health care providers, and policy makers to improve resiliency in people with diabetes. RECENT FINDINGS Recent articles have looked at the short-term impact of disasters upon people with diabetes and its comorbidities such as Hurricane Sandy in 2012, the triple disaster of 2011 in Japan (earthquake, tsunami, and nuclear accident), and the 2016 Kumamoto earthquake in Japan as well as the long-term impact of disasters such as Hurricane Katrina in 2005. Several public and private partners have used the past and recent findings to develop resources that help consumers with diabetes and the people who care for them, prepare for a disaster BEFORE the event.
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