ABSTRACT Background: The global increase in the incidence and prevalence of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) has become a major concern of the public health. The growth of cases of T2DM has attained an epidemic number, and the epidemic is anticipated to maintain its rise. The global incidence of T2DM has been predicted to rise up to 438 million by the year 2030. Considering the effect of the disease on affected individuals' quality of life (QOL) and its economic problem it is significant to implement programs to prevent this disease. ...

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