Study finds that diabetes accelerates the onset of severe long-term conditions by 15-20 years, leading to a reduction in life expectancy
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In a recent study published in the journal Nature Medicine, researchers in the United Kingdom (UK) estimated the onset age, number of years spent, and life loss in diabetes-related multiple long-term conditions (MLTCs) among 46 million adults. The study revealed that diabetes hastened the development of severe multiple long-term conditions (MLTCs) by 15-20 years and significantly shortened life expectancy. The impact varied across different age groups: in older adults, hypertension, cancer, depression, and coronary heart disease were the primary contributors, while in younger adults, mental health conditions and asthma played a more significant role.
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