In this article, we will take a look at the five countries with the highest diabetes per capita. If you want to take a look at our analysis of the diabetes market, its treatments, and associated businesses, head on over to 30 Countries with the Highest Diabetes Per Capita.
5. Northern Mariana Islands
Rate of Diabetes Per Capita: 0.234
Diabetes is more common in women and islanders of Carolingian descent. Obesity is a key factor in the onset of diabetes and a large percentage of Northern Marianas are overweight and obese, owing mostly to carb-rich foods and food related gatherings being a big part of their culture. There is also a heavy dependence on imported processed foods, which contributes massively to obesity and diabetes.
4. New Caledonia
Rate of Diabetes Per Capita: 0.2341
The population of New Caledonia is suffering from the deleterious effects of rapid modernization, leading to problems of obesity, being overweight, and changing nutrition patterns. Obesity in New Caledonia is mostly due to frequent consumption of energy-dense foods high in saturated fats and refined carbohydrates as well as sugar-sweetened beverages. There is also a lack of physical activity seen amongst the population, leading to long-term weight gain, type 2 diabetes mellitus, and cardiovascular diseases.
3. Nauru
Rate of Diabetes Per Capita: 0.2342
Diabetes remains a major public health problem in Nauru, its burden persisting amongst the old but also extended to the younger age groups. Lack of proper portion control and healthy eating habits has been the causative factor, as well as lack of exercise and physical activity.
2. Kuwait
Rate of Diabetes Per Capita: 0.24
Kuwait is among the top countries with the highest prevalence of diabetes. Obesity is another growing health problem in Kuwait and it is placed among the fattest countries in the world with a large percentage of the total population suffering from being overweight or obese. Eating fast food has become a rage in the nation, leading to poor eating habits. In addition, the country’s harsh hot climate makes it difficult to engage in physical activity during the day, which promotes a sedentary lifestyle and car culture.
1. Pakistan
Rate of Diabetes Per Capita: 0.30
At the top of the list, we have Pakistan, which has the highest rate of diabetes in the world. This can be attributed to several factors, including a lack of awareness and education about diabetes, the high prevalence of obesity, and poor access to health facilities. Inflation has soared to record highs in Pakistan, the government is on the brink of catastrophic bankruptcy, and Pakistanis have increasingly struggled over the past year to access the medicines they need to stay alive. The government is no longer able to allocate enough money for drugs such as insulin or for laboratory tests. A large number of Pakistanis need insulin but cannot access or afford it. Similarly, diabetes drugs are expensive and many people cannot afford them.
There is a dire need for intervention in Pakistan as uncontrolled sugar levels and diabetes can lead to serious complications such as nerve damage, blindness, amputations, kidney damage, and heart problems.
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