Self-reported diabetes prevalance and risk factors in South Africa: results from the world health survey

Using the data from the South African World Health Survey (WHS), the current study aims to assess the self-reported prevalence of diabetes and associated risk factors by socio-economic characteristics in South Africa. A population-based survey was conducted in South Africa in 2003. Results indicate an overall self-reported diabetes prevalence of 9.1 %, 7.1 % for men and 10.8% for women.