African Americans, Hispanics/Latinos, American Indians, some Asians, and Pacific Islanders are about twice as likely to be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and are at higher risk of having complications. The aged population is also at higher risk. Prediabetes, however, is similar risk for non-Hispanic whites (35 percent), non-Hispanic blacks (39 percent), and Hispanics (38 percent). Workplace diabetes prevention programs and educational materials should consider the race/ethnicity of the workforce and/or employee and tailor programs to meet their specific linguistic and cultural needs.
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