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People diagnosed with type 2 diabetes at age 30 could see their life expectancy fall by as much as 14 years.
Even those diagnosed at age 50 could see their life expectancy fall by up to six years.
The earlier an individual is diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, the greater the reduction in their life expectancy.
Type 2 diabetes increases an individual’s risk of a range of complications, including heart attack, stroke, kidney problems, and cancer.
The findings highlight the urgent need to develop and implement interventions that prevent or delay the onset of type 2 diabetes, especially among younger adults.
Type 2 diabetes can be prevented if those at greatest risk can be identified and offered support.
The research was conducted by scientists from the University of Cambridge and the University of Glasgow and has been published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology journal.
