Turkey: Why are rates of diabetes soaring?
Turkey's diabetes prevalence has almost doubled in 20 years, reaching 16.6% of adults, making it the highest in Europe. Experts blame failed health and food policies, inadequate diagnosis, and high obesity rates for this crisis. Urgent policy shifts, improved medical care, and child-focused prevention are crucial to combat the growing epidemic.
Turkey's diabetes prevalence has almost doubled in 20 years, reaching 16.6% of adults, making it the highest in Europe. Experts blame failed health and food policies, inadequate diagnosis, and high obesity rates for this crisis. Urgent policy shifts, improved medical care, and child-focused prevention are crucial to combat the growing epidemic.
