Prevention of Diabetes

The incidence of diabetes in India is increasing. Currently, 35 million people have diabetes, and the number is estimated to reach 79 million in 2030. A shift in the demographic composition towards an older population and changes in lifestyle have contributed to the increasing prevalence of diabetes in India. In order to reduce the burden on the Indian health care system, models to deal with the increasing rate of diabetes are urgently needed. A strong preventive approach targetting young people will increase the chances of controlling the diabetes epidemic and thus improve the prospects for the coming generation.