Diabetes is a leading cause of death and disability in the United States, affecting more than 34 million adults and generating $330 billion in annual healthcare expenditures. Excess body weight is one risk factor that increases one’s odds of developing diabetes, and federal guidelines recommend starting screening at age 35 for all overweight adults—defined as those who have a body mass index (BMI) of 25 or higher.
Screening some patients sooner may reduce racial and ethnic disparities in diabetes diagnosis, researchers show
Diabetes is a leading cause of death and disability in the United States, affecting more than 34 million adults and generating $330 billion in annual healthcare expenditures. Excess body weight is one risk factor that increases one's odds of developing diabetes, and federal guidelines recommend starting screening at age 35 for all overweight adults—defined as those who have a body mass index (BMI) of 25 or higher.