Pixabay Worldwide, 6% of people have diabetes, making it one of the top 10 leading causes of death and disability, a new study found. Worldwide, 6% of people have diabetes, making it one of the top 10 leading causes of death and disability, the new study found. The highest rate is in North Africa and the Middle East, 9%, which is projected to reach 17% by 2050. In all, 96% of diabetes cases are type 2 diabetes. More informationTo learn more about type 2 diabetes, visit the American Diabetes Association.

Source: The North Africa Journal June 24, 2023 16:32 UTC