Dianna Magliano

Dianna Magliano, a diabetes epidemiologist and co-author of the Diabetes Atlas, dives into the alarming rise of diabetes worldwide. She debunks claims that 50% of China's population is diabetic, noting the actual rate is around 11.9%. Dianna discusses how urbanization, changing diets, and genetics have fueled this surge in diabetes rates. They also highlight the concerning trend of type 2 diabetes appearing in younger populations and express cautious optimism about improving lifestyles in wealthier countries.