Battling the Sugar Onslaught on World Diabetes Day
World Diabetes Day sheds light on the alarming global rise in diabetes cases, with 18.4% of Mexico's population affected. Lifestyle changes, influenced by the western world, contribute to this epidemic. Early diagnosis and a dual approach involving physical activity and medication are crucial.
Diabetes mellitus, a pervasive and multifaceted health concern, continues to cast a shadow over the global population, with an alarming rise in prevalence. As we mark World Diabetes Day on November 14, it is crucial to delve into the intricacies of this chronic disease that knows no bounds of age, gender, or social status. With a staggering 537 million individuals worldwide living with diabetes and projections reaching a daunting 783 million by 2045, the urgency to address this silent pandemic cannot be overstated.
In North America and the Caribbean, where Mexico holds a prominent position, the grip of diabetes is tightening. According to Sergio Alberto Mendoza Álvarez, an academic from the UNAM School of Medicine, the prevalence of diagnosed diabetes in Mexico alone is a concerning 12.6 percent, with an additional 5.8 percent undiagnosed, totaling a significant 18.4 percent of the population over 20 years old. The threat extends beyond diagnosed cases, encompassing the 22 percent on the brink of diabetes with prediabetes.
