Why Is Type 2 Diabetes Affecting an Increasing Number of Children

question 27

Multiple Choice

Why is type 2 diabetes affecting an increasing number of children and adolescents?

• A) Because it is hereditary and their parents have it also.
• B) Because they are eating more dairy than in the past.
• C) Because they are becoming obese at an earlier age.
• D) Because of low vaccination rates among poor people.

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