Table 2

Proportion of respondents reporting problems on each EQ-5D dimension in the baseline SHIELD survey, by group

Proportion of respondents reporting some or unable, or moderately/extremely, %
Low risk
High risk
Type 2 Diabetes

Decreased mobility
17.1*^
43.4*
47.9
Difficulty with self-care
2.7*^
6.5*
8.5
Problems performing usual activities
15.7*^
33.3*
36.1
Pain or discomfort
43.5*^
61.8
61.1
Anxious or depressed
19.9*^
24.9
26.1

EQ-5D = EuroQoL-5 Dimensions; *p < 0.001 for comparison with type 2 diabetes; ^ p < 0.0001 for comparison of high risk to low risk

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