BMJ Best Practice Podcast Type 2 diabetes in children
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Aug 14, 2023 Professor May Ng discusses the increasing prevalence and link to obesity of Type 2 diabetes in children. The podcast covers causes, prevention, and differences of Type 2 diabetes in children and adults. It also goes into symptoms, diagnosis, and management of Type 2 diabetes in children, as well as treatment options and the psychological impact of the condition.
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Rising Pediatric Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 diabetes in children is rising and linked closely to increasing obesity rates.
- The global burden is large and expected to grow dramatically without intervention.
Current And Projected Burden
- Around 1,000 children under 18 in England and Wales have Type 2 diabetes according to the 2022 audit.
- Internationally, adult diabetes is projected to rise from ~500 million to ~800 million by 2045 if trends continue.
Prioritise Lifestyle Change
- Promote weight loss, increased physical activity, and healthier diets to prevent or remit Type 2 diabetes.
- Support both public health measures and individual lifestyle change to reduce risk.