2000-2021 DALYs due to metabolic issues rise 50%; high BMI, blood sugar impact 15-49 age group.
Global research published in The Lancet finds that prevalence of metabolic issues such as high blood pressure, sugar, and BMI have increased, causing health consequences due to an aging population and changing lifestyles. The number of years lost to poor health and early death (DALYs) due to these metabolism-related issues has risen by 50% between 2000 and 2021, with people aged 15-49 particularly vulnerable to high BMI and blood sugar.
May 17, 2024
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