World Diabetes Day is recognized every November 14th- the birthday of Sir Frederick Banting, who co-discovered insulin in 1922. World Diabetes Day was created in response to the growing global concern surrounding the increasing health threats posed by diabetes. The World Diabetes Day campaign aims to promote the importance of addressing diabetes as a critical health issue that affects an increasing number of individuals worldwide.
Access to Diabetes Care
This year, the theme of World Diabetes Day is “Access to Diabetes Care”. Through this theme, WDD advocates for the millions of individuals who do not have access to vital diabetes care that is required to manage their condition and avoid complications.
1 in 10 adults worldwide have diabetes. Over 90% have type 2 diabetes. Close to half are not yet diagnosed.
The Rising Prevalence and Cost of Diabetes
The cost of diabetes care and support continues to rise alongside the increasing prevalence of the disease. Diabetes Canada highlights the growing financial strain that diabetes treatment can place on individuals who seek care.
| Prevalence | 2023 | 2033 |
|---|---|---|
| Diabetes (type 1 + type 2 diagnosed + type 2 undiagnosed) | 5,883,000 / 15% | 7,417,000 / 17% |
| Diabetes (type 1 and type 2 diagnosed) | 4,118,00 / 10% | 5,1992,000 / 12% |
| Diabetes (type 1) | 5 - 10% of diabetes prevalence | |
| Diabetes (type 1 + type 2 diagnosed + type 2 undiagnosed) and prediabetes combined | 11,939,000 / 30% | 14,156,000 / 33% |
| Increase in diabetes (type 1 and type 2 diagnosed), 2023 - 2033 | 26% | |
| Increase in diabetes (type 1 and type 2 diagnosed + pre diabetes), 2023 - 2033 | 17% | |
| Out-of-pocket cost per year | |
|---|---|
| Type 1 diabetes costs, % of family income | $78 - $18,306 / 0% - 12% |
| Type 2 diabetes costs, % of family income | $76 - $10,014 / 0% - 7% |
Source: Diabetes in Canada; 2023, Canadian Association of Diabetes.
541 million adults are at increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
World Diabetes Day highlights the importance of knowing your risk of type 2 diabetes. While type 1 diabetes may be genetic, type 2 diabetes can be preventable and manageable. Mitigation and treatment of diabetes should not be limited to the hospital, it can be practiced in your home through your diet and lifestyle.
Staying active, managing body weight, and following a nutritious and healthy diet can delay the onset or aid in the prevention of type 2 diabetes.
Source: Diabetes; February 17th, 2023, Cleveland Clinic
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537 million adults (1 in 10) were living with diabetes in 2021. This number is expected rise to 643 million by 2030 and 783 million by 2045.
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Reference: https://worlddiabetesday.org/
