Globesity Case Study - Samoa And Tonga (LIDCs) Flashcards
How many of the top 10 countries for type 2 diabetes are in the pacific?
9 out of 10.
How many adults are thought to have type 2 diabetes in Samoa?
1 in 4 adults.
How many hospital beds are occupied by diabetes patients in Samoa?
20% of beds.
How many Samoans live below the poverty line?
25%.
Why did banning unhealthy imports from Samoa not work?
As it could majorly affect food supplies and diminish profits from trade.
How is the community helping to prevent diabetes in Samoa?
Community groups promote healthy living and higher diet quality.
When did pacific nations such as Samoa and Tonga open up to globalisation?
In the 1960s.
What products are increasingly consumed in Samoa and Tonga and why?
High fat-content meats such as mutton flaps or chicken parts, due to the low cost and high availability.
What is the difference in cost between low-fat proteins and imported high-fat proteins in Tonga?
Low fat proteins cost 15-50% more than imported high fat proteins.
