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Fact 25
Smokers have a 44 percent increased risk of
developing type 2 diabetes compared with non-smokers. This association is
stronger for heavy smokers compared with lighter smokers.
developing type 2 diabetes compared with non-smokers. This association is
stronger for heavy smokers compared with lighter smokers.
Source: Willi, C.; Bodenmann, P.; Ghali, W.A.; Faris, P.D.; Cornuz, J. Active Smoking and the Risk of Type 2 Diabetes – A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis. JAMA. 2007; 298(22):2654-2664.
