Diabetes global facts and figures
Diabetes facts and figures show the growing global burden for individuals, families, and countries. The IDF Diabetes Atlas (2021) reports that 10.5% of the adult population (20-79 years) has diabetes, with almost half unaware that they are living with the condition.
By 2045, IDF projections show that 1 in 8 adults, approximately 783 million, will be living with diabetes, an increase of 46%.
Over 90% of people with diabetes have type 2 diabetes, which is driven by socio-economic, demographic, environmental, and genetic factors. The key contributors to the rise in type 2 diabetes include:
- Urbanisation
- An ageing population
- Decreasing levels of physical activity
- Increasing overweight and obesity prevalence
However, it is possible to reduce the impact of diabetes by taking preventive measures for type 2 diabetes and providing early diagnosis and proper care for all types of diabetes. These measures can help people living with the condition avoid or delay complications.
Diabetes around the world in 2021
537 million
Approximately 537 million adults (20-79 years) are living with diabetes.
643 million by 2030
The total number of people living with diabetes is projected to rise to 643 million by 2030 and 783 million by 2045.
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3 in 4 adults with diabetes live in low- and middle-income countries
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Source: IDF Diabetes Atlas
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Source: IDF Diabetes Atlas