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EPISODE · Apr 7, 2026 · 5 MIN

World Health Day: The Global Diabetes Crisis in Numbers

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In this special World Health Day episode, we look at the global scale of the diabetes epidemic with over 540 million adults affected worldwide. We examine geographic disparities, the insulin access crisis in low-income countries, the staggering economic burden exceeding 960 billion dollars, evidence-based prevention strategies, and the bright spots including national programmes and technology bridging gaps in care. Follow us on social media for updates and more content.

In this special World Health Day episode, we look at the global scale of the diabetes epidemic with over 540 million adults affected worldwide. We examine geographic disparities, the insulin access crisis in low-income countries, the staggering economic burden exceeding 960 billion dollars, evidence-based prevention strategies, and the bright spots including national programmes and technology bridging gaps in care. Follow us on social media for updates and more content.

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