Diabetes continues to be a significant global health concern, with the Western Pacific region reporting the highest number of diabetes-related deaths in 2024, with around million. This stark figure underscores the urgent need for improved diabetes prevention and management strategies worldwide. North America and the Caribbean followed with an estimated deaths, while Africa is had the lowest number at .
Regional disparities and global impact
The prevalence of diabetes varies significantly across regions, reflecting differences in healthcare systems, lifestyle factors, and genetic predispositions. In the United States, the death rate from diabetes mellitus was per 100,000 people in 2023, with percent of the adult population living with the condition. Canada has seen a slight decrease in its diabetes-related death rate, falling from per 100,000 in 2000 to per 100,000 in 2023. These figures highlight the ongoing challenges in managing diabetes, even in countries with advanced healthcare systems.
European landscape and global context
Within Europe, Germany reported the highest number of diabetes-related deaths in 2024, with nearly fatalities among adults aged 20 to 79 years. Italy followed closely with around deaths. However, Czechia reported the highest mortality rates in Europe as of 2022, with diabetes deaths per 100,000 population overall. On a global scale, diabetes remains a major health concern, with 19 percent of adults worldwide identifying it as one of the biggest health problems in their country.