What's the current rate of diabetes among Americans?

I've been hearing a lot about the rising number of diabetes cases in the US. Can anyone share some insights on what percentage of Americans have diabetes now? How has this changed over the past few decades? #diabetesmanagement #bloodsugarcontrol

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According to the CDC, about 10.5% of the US population has diabetes, which is around 34.2 million people. This number has significantly increased from previous decades. It's essential to maintain a healthy lifestyle to lower the risk of developing diabetes. #healthylifestyle #diabetesresearch

The percentage of Americans with diabetes varies by age, ethnicity, and other factors. For instance, diabetes is more prevalent in older adults and certain racial/ethnic groups. It's crucial to promote awareness and early detection for better chronic condition management. #chronicconditionmanagement #diabetesawareness

Thanks for the info! It's alarming to see how many people are affected by diabetes. However, it's good to know that maintaining a healthy lifestyle can help reduce the risk. I'll make sure to share these insights with my community. #bloodsugarcontrol #diabetesresearch