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Eyitayo Omolara Owolabi, Postdoctoral fellow, Arizona State University

Diabetes in South Africa: 60% aren't being screened for complications, according to new study

Eleven percent of South African adults live with diabetes. GettyImages

The world is experiencing a steep rise in the number of people living with diabetes, a chronic condition of significant public health concern. Many developing countries like South Africa now bear the greatest burden.

Diabetes refers to a high level of glucose in the blood. Several factors contribute to diabetes, but obesity and unhealthy lifestyle behaviours are the major drivers. It is a costly disease, and it reduces the quality of life and lifespan, especially if not properly managed.

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