Table 3 Perception and self-reported history of diabetes mellitus in Khanh Hoa, Vietnam
Factor | Category | Total n (%) | DM n (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
Perception of DM | (N = 376) | (N = 27) | |
NEVER HEARD of it | 44 (11.7) | 3 (11.1) | |
Ever heard of it but NOT UNDERSTAND what it is | 210 (55.9) | 11 (40.7) | |
Ever heard of it and understand what it is | 122 (32.5) | 13 (48.1) | |
Current and/or past history of DM | (N = 334) | (N = 24) | |
Yes | 36 (10.8) | 12 (50.0) | |
No | 275 (82.3) | 12 (50.0) | |
Unknown | 23 (6.9) | 0 (0.0) |