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Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders
Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders (AANHPI) are at increased risk for diabetes at different BMI's when compared to Caucasian Americans.
According to Joslin's Asian American Diabetes Initiative, Asian Americans are considered overweight and at increased risk for diabetes at a BMI of 24. Some data show a BMI over 23 is unhealthy for Asian Americans whilePacific Islanders are considered overweight and at risk for diabetes at a BMI of 27.
AANHPI Complications
You are at increased risk for diabetes compared to non-Hispanic white Americans.
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Resources for AANHPIs
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AANHPI Literature Review
Find literature reviews on nine different ethnicities to learn what kinds of research has been done on these different cultures.
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