Study: Regional disparities in type 2 diabetes prevalence and associated risk factors in the United States . Image Credit: Proxima Studio / Shutterstock.com In a recent study published in Diabetes, Obesity, and Metabolism , researchers evaluate national trends and disparities in the prevalence of diabetes among adults in the United States.
The cost of diabetes Current estimates indicate that about 96 million adults have prediabetes, and 37 million people are diagnosed with diabetes in the U.S. In 2022, the total cost of diabetes, which included direct and indirect medical expenses and lost wages and work, was $413 billion USD.
By 2030, researchers predict that the cost of diabetes in the U.S. will reach $622 billion USD.
Various factors, such as sedentary lifestyles, age, and obesity, increase the risk of diabetes . Thus, understanding the risk factors, trends, and disparities in diabetes prevalence is essential for developing effective management and prevention strategies. In 2021, approximately 537 million adults (20-79 years) were living with diabetes globally.
This number is projected to rise to 643 million by 2030 and 783 million by 2045. Notably, 3 in 4 adults with diabetes reside in low- and middle-income countries. Additionally, 240 million people worldwide are living with undiagnosed diabetes.
Source: IDF About the study In the present study, researchers examine recent trends and disparities in the prevalence of diabetes among adults residing in the U.S. Data were ob.