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44% of Diabetics Unaware of Their Condition, Study Finds

9/14/2025

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A study in The Lancet: Diabetes & Endocrinology finds nearly 44% of people with diabetes are unaware of their condition, with younger adults most affected.
The research analyzed data from 204 countries from 2000 to 2023.
Only 21% of diagnosed individuals manage their diabetes effectively.
Vague symptoms often lead to missed diagnoses, especially for type 2 diabetes.
Untreated diabetes can result in serious complications, including vision and nerve damage.

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A study in The Lancet: Diabetes & Endocrinology finds nearly 44% of people with diabetes are unaware of their condition, with younger adults most affected.
The research analyzed data from 204 countries from 2000 to 2023.
Only 21% of diagnosed individuals manage their diabetes effectively.
Vague symptoms often lead to missed diagnoses, especially for type 2 diabetes.
Untreated diabetes can result in serious complications, including vision and nerve damage.