Joint Effect of Race/Ethnicity or Location of Residence and Sex on Low Density Lipoprotein-Cholesterol among Veterans with Type 2 Diabetes: A 10-year Retrospective Cohort Study

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Details a study exploring the intersection of race/ethnicity, gender, and rurality in the effective management of cardiovascular disease by veterans with type 2 diabetes. Highlights the importance and difficulty of managing low-density lipoproteins (LDL) for patients with both cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes. Breaks down data by race, sex, and rural versus urban location.

Erin R. Weeda, Kinfe G. Bishu, Ralph Ward, et al.

BMC Cardiovascular Disorders, 20, 449

10/2020

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Cardiovascular disease · Diabetes · Health disparities · Men · Racial and ethnic groups · Rural-urban differences · Statistics and data · Veterans · Women