Title: Diabetes Rates by Country: Diabetes in Japan, Worldwide Expected to Double
Headings: Diabetes Rates May Double Worldwide by 2030
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Diabetes Rates May Double Worldwide by 2030
Diabetes Epidemic Growing Ahead of Schedule

Content: But obesity rates have been rising substantially in recent years. Obesity is the leading modifiable risk factor for diabetes. "Even if the prevalence of obesity remains stable until 2030, which seems unlikely, it is anticipated that the number of people with diabetes will more than double as a consequence of population aging and urbanization," write researcher Sarah Wild, PhD, of the University of Edinburgh, Scotland, and colleagues. "The human and economic costs of this epidemic are enormous," write the researchers. " A concerted global initiative is required to address the diabetes epidemic." Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on Pinterest Email Print
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