Over 40% of people with diabetes unaware of condition – WHO
The World Health Organisation says over 40% of people with diabetes are undiagnosed, warning that a lack of early detection prevents access to needed care. Read More: https://punchng.com/over-40-of-people-with-diabetes-unaware-of-condition-who/
The World Health Organisation has reported that more than 40 per cent of people living with diabetes worldwide are undiagnosed. According to Punch Nigeria, the agency warned that this lack of early detection could prevent millions of people from accessing the treatment, care, and support necessary to manage the condition and live healthy lives.
The organisation identified common symptoms of diabetes as blurred vision, tiredness, frequent urination, and increased thirst. Punch Nigeria notes that while Type 1 diabetes often develops rapidly and can be missed or misdiagnosed at any age, Type 2 diabetes typically develops gradually and may cause few or no noticeable symptoms.
These warnings were disclosed ahead of World Diabetes Day, which is observed annually on November 14. The 2026 edition of the day is set to focus on the theme “Early action on diabetes.”
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