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The number of diabetics worldwide in 2024 was almost *** million. That number is expected to grow until at least the year 2050. The projected number of diabetics is expected to reach around *** million by that time. With an increased number of diabetics, the prevalence of diabetes is also projected to increase to around ** percent by 2050. 

Diabetes prevalence globally

Diabetes is a chronic disease that affects the production and use of insulin in the body which affects blood glucose. Diabetes comes in two types, type 1 and type 2, which require different types of medical treatments. Globally, China, followed by India, has the largest number of diabetics as of 2024. Despite having the highest number of diabetics, China is not among the countries with the highest prevalence. Pakistan, followed by the Marshall Islands, had the highest prevalence of diabetics worldwide as of 2024. 

Diabetes pharmaceuticals

Treatment for diabetes includes insulin, a hormone that regulates blood glucose, and pills to help regulate the effectiveness of insulin. Treatment depends on the type of diabetes. Danish drug manufacturer Novo Nordisk is one of the leading diabetes care companies in the world. In 2024, Novo Nordisk generated around *** billion kroner in revenue from its diabetes care segment.