Global Diabetes Rate Doubles in 30 Years, Affects 800 Million People

A recent study has revealed that the global diabetes rate has doubled over the past three decades, from 7% in 1990 to 14% by 2022. This alarming increase has led to a significant rise in the number of people living with diabetes, with over 800 million people affected globally in 2022, compared to less than 200 million in 1990. The study highlights the importance of understanding the different types of diabetes, including Type 1 and Type 2. Type 1 diabetes is a condition that affects patients from a young age and is caused by an insulin deficiency, while Type 2 diabetes mainly affects middle-aged or older people and is caused by a loss of sensitivity to insulin. Interestingly, some countries such as Japan, Canada, France, and Denmark have shown stable or decreasing diabetes rates, providing a glimmer of hope in the fight against this growing health issue.