Shanghai, China
Our medical school faculty have found that China's westernization is leading to critical health concerns. In a study of nearly 22,500 adults in the Zhabei District of Shanghai, roughly onethird had metabolic syndrome, based on measurements including cholesterol, blood pressure and body mass index. The findings illustrate the vital importance of a 10-year collaboration the school launched with Zhabei in 2011 for research, education and public health.
"Metabolic syndrome is the precursor to diabetes, and it can lead to colon and breast cancer, hypertension and hyperlipidemia. This is a huge problem for the Chinese government and the population; many don’t even understand what metabolic syndrome is, let alone what it can lead to. Obesity and diabetes prevention and education are now parts of the national focus."
Li Li, MD, PhD
Professor of Family Medicine; Leader of Zhabei Health 2020 Survey
Professor of Family Medicine; Leader of Zhabei Health 2020 Survey
