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Opinion Volume 13 Issue 1
The silent expansion of diabetes: are we prepared for the next global epidemic?
Franciely Vanessa Costa
Received: May 14, 2026 | Published: May 29, 2026
Citation: Costa FV. The silent expansion of diabetes: are we prepared for the next global epidemic? J Diabetes Metab Disord Control. 2026;13(1):56-57. DOI: 10.15406/jdmdc.2026.13.00314
Abstract
Diabetes mellitus represents one of the greatest global public health challenges of the 21st century. Over recent decades, the rapid growth of the disease has been driven by changes in lifestyle, urbanization, physical inactivity, unhealthy dietary patterns, population aging, and socioeconomic inequalities. Alongside the increasing prevalence, significant technological advances have transformed the clinical management of diabetes, including continuous glucose monitoring systems, insulin pumps, telemedicine, and digital self-care tools. Despite these advances, the impact of diabetes on quality of life, healthcare systems, and socioeconomic costs continues to grow. This opinion article discusses the silent expansion of diabetes in the contemporary context, reflecting on the relationship between modern lifestyle, public policies, access to technologies, and prevention strategies. Furthermore, it highlights the need for integrated approaches that prioritize not only disease treatment, but also health promotion, health education, and the improvement of the population’s quality of life.
Keywords: diabetes mellitus, overweight, obesity, prevention, continuous glucose monitor, chronic disease, hyperglycemia, public health
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