Magnitude and correlates of overweight or obesity among adults with diabetes mellitus duration of five or more years in rural Uganda: A cross-sectional study

Overweight/obesity is prevalent among adults with diabetes mellitus duration of 5 years and over, in a rural Ugandan population. Former cigarette smokers have a decreased likelihood of being overweight or obese, while hypertension and every 1-year increase in the duration of diabetes mellitus are associated with a higher likelihood of being overweight or obese.