Hey amigos! Ever thought about how many people are dealing with diabetes worldwide? Brace yourselves—it's over 800 million adults! That's like the entire population of Latin America and then some! 😲
A recent study published in The Lancet reveals that in 2022, around 828 million adults aged 18 and over are living with type 1 and type 2 diabetes. And get this—more than half of adults over 30 aren't getting the treatment they need! 💔
Since 1990, the global diabetes rate has doubled from 7% to 14%. The spike is mostly happening in low- and middle-income countries, where treatment isn't keeping up. In some parts of sub-Saharan Africa, only 5-10% of people with diabetes are receiving proper care. That's a major health crisis waiting to happen! 🌍💔
Jean Claude Mbanya, a professor at the University of Yaounde I in Cameroon, warns that a huge number of people are at risk of serious health complications. Treating diabetes can be expensive, especially with insulin and medications costing a pretty penny. 💸
The study is one of the most comprehensive to date, involving over 1,000 studies and more than 140 million people. It used multiple diagnostic criteria to paint a more accurate picture, especially in regions where cases might be missed. 🧐
Most of these cases are type 2 diabetes, often linked to lifestyle factors like diet and obesity. So, it's a wake-up call for all of us to take better care of ourselves and support those in need! 💪🥗
Stay informed, stay healthy, and let's look out for each other! 🤗✨
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More than 800 million adults have diabetes globally, study suggests
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