Increasing Diabetes Incidence and Prevalence Among Koreans Aged Under 30 Years: Socioeconomic Disparities.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The global burden of diabetes is increasing, with significant implications for young populations. However, data on trends in young-onset diabetes trends in East Asia remain limited. Moreover, the impact of socioeconomic status (SES) on the incidence and prevalence of young-onset diabetes in this region has not been fully investigated. This study aimed to assess temporal trends in the incidence and prevalence of diabetes mellitus among Korean individuals aged < 30 years, with a focus on disparities by SES.

Methods

Data from the Korean National Health Insurance Service database (2008-2021) were analyzed. The annual incidence and prevalence of type 1 (T1DM) and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) were calculated, and trends were assessed using sex- and SES-adjusted rate

SUBMITTER: Kim HY 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12559655 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature