A metabolic disorder characterized by abnormally high blood sugar levels due to diminished production of insulin or insulin resistance/desensitization.
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Updated Feb 2, 2026
Novo Nordisk's CagriSema demonstrates superior blood sugar and weight reduction compared to Wegovy in a recent diabetes trial. However, it may face challenges competing against Eli Lilly's Zepbound in the obesity market.
The CDC has released the latest National Diabetes Statistics Report, providing updated statistics on diabetes prevalence and impact. This periodic publication is crucial for informing health policy and resource allocation.
A CDC study reveals that young people with diabetes incur annual medical costs of $9,061, significantly higher than the $1,468 for their peers without the disease. This highlights the financial burden faced by families managing diabetes in youth.
New estimates reveal that nearly 26 million Americans have diabetes, with an additional 79 million adults classified as having prediabetes. This significant prevalence underscores the urgent need for awareness and intervention strategies to combat diabetes and its associated risks.
A new analysis projects that by 2050, up to 1 in 3 U.S. adults could be affected by diabetes if current trends persist. This alarming statistic highlights the urgent need for awareness and intervention strategies.