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Characteristics of participants
| Demographic characteristics | Male (n = 15) | Female (n = 11) | Total (n = 26) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age (mean) | 44 | 48 | 46 |
| Married | 10 | 9 | 19 |
| Primary school graduation | 5 | 4 | 9 |
| Middle school graduation | 7 | 5 | 12 |
| College university graduation | 3 | 2 | 5 |
| Employed | 11 | 4 | 15 |
| Unemployed | 4 | 8 | 12 |
| HbA1c (mean/mmol/L) | 8.67 | 8.69 | 8.68 |
| Duration of T2DM(mean/month) | 72 | 53 | 64 |
