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Diabetes Cases Surge in Africa, Raising Public Health Concerns

First article: 23 mar. 2026, 11:00 | Last update: 23 mar. 2026, 11:00 | 1 source | 1 article
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Africa is facing a surge in diabetes cases, creating a significant public health challenge. This increase is driven by factors such as changing diets, sedentary lifestyles, and limited access to affordable healthcare and diagnostic tools. The lack of awareness and preventative measures further exacerbates the problem, leading to late diagnoses and increased complications.

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Diabetes, Overlooked and Unchecked, Poses New Risks in Africa Foto: New York Times
New York Times Stephanie Nolen and Arlette Bashizi 23 mar. 2026, 11:00 (4 hours ago)

Diabetes, Overlooked and Unchecked, Poses New Risks in Africa

As deaths from diabetes start to rival those from infectious threats like malaria, a new form of the condition linked to malnutrition is surfacing in patients who can afford neither screening nor care.

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