Over the past decade, diabetes has reached epidemic proportions in the United States and is fast becoming a global epidemic. The rise in obesity over the past two decades and increased lack of physical activity in our population has shown a strong correlation with the steep rise in type 2 diabetes.

To view this dramatic rise in obesity and diabetes, view these maps and slides from the
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
        • Obesity Trends
        • Diabetes Trends

According to the American Diabetes Association (ADA), approximately 20.8 million children and adults in the United States have diabetes. The ADA also estimates that about one-third (6.2 million) of those with diabetes remain undiagnosed. At higher risk are African Americans, Hispanic/Latino Americans, Native Americans, and some Asian Americans, Native Hawaiian, or other Pacific Islanders.

Please visit the following sites to access complete information on diabetes statistics, including the prevalence of diabetes among certain age groups and race/ethnicities:
        American Diabetes Association– Diabetes Statistics
        American Diabetes Association– National Diabetes Fact Sheet
        Centers for Disease Control– Data and Trends
        IPRO– African Americans at Risk
        National Diabetes Information Clearing House–
        Statistics: Diabetes Across the U.S. & Diabetes in Select U.S. Populations