Association of BMI and incidence of type 2 diabetes in Saudi population.

Objective: The study aims to identify the optimal body mass index (BMI) cut-off for obesity based on the risk of developing type 2 diabetes among the general population visiting primary health care in Saudi Arabia.

Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in Al-Ahsa City, Saudi Arabia, from January to June 2022. The study included Saudi citizens aged 35 and older who had not previously or currently been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.

Preference for Visiting Emergency Department Over Primary Health Care Center Among Population in Saudi Arabia.

Introduction Demand for urgent care is increasing, and the pressure on emergency departments (EDs) is of significant concern. Demand growth is to some extent due to the over-utilization of EDs by patients who seek care for non-urgent problems. It has been estimated that up to one-third of all ED visits are non-emergent.