Diabetes Mellitus (DM)

• What is Diabetes Mellitus (DM) related to?

  Abnormal insulin production and impaired utilization
• Why is Diabetes Mellitus considered a serious health problem?

  It affects multiple systems in the body
• How many people had Diabetes Mellitus in 2021 according to IDF?

  537 million people
• What is the expected number of people with DM by 2030?

  Expected to top 634 million
• What is the estimated prevalence of diagnosed DM in Canadian adults?

  9% or approximately 3.6 million people
• What does the prevalence of DM in Canada indicate about its impact?

  It shows a significant health concern in adults