Dissertation for the Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Social and Administrative Pharmacy
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2025-06-13
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Addis Ababa University
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Diabetes prevalence is rising in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA), yet many cases remain undiagnosed, delaying treatment. This study assessed diabetes and prediabetes prevalence, evaluated fasting plasma glucose (FPG) and fasting capillary blood glucose (FCG) against the 2-hour plasma glucose (2-h PG) test, and examined glycemic control and treatment intensification delays in type 2 diabetes.
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type 2 diabetes, screening, prevalence, Ethiopia, Nigeria, glycemic control.