Appears to be more affected by income than those aged 60 or older
“National and policy support must be provided for young diabetic patients”
A study showed that among young type 2 (adult) diabetes patients, the risk of death increases about three times if income is low.
On the 26th, the research team of Professor Shin-gon Kim and Nam-hoon Kim of the Department of Endocrinology at Korea University Anam Hospital and Professor Ji-yoon Kim of the Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism at Samsung Seoul Hospital used data from the National Health Insurance Service from 2008 to 2013 to determine the medications for type 2 diabetes patients aged 20 to 79. The results of analyzing 600,000 people were revealed as follows.
The number of young diabetes patients is rapidly increasing worldwide. In Korea, the incidence and prevalence of young diabetic patients under the age of 40 are on the rise, and currently, more than 300,000 young patients suffer from diabetes.
Studies have shown that the social and economic environment of diabetic patients affects the risk of complications or death, but no research has been conducted on whether income level affects young diabetic patients.
The research team classified patients’ income levels into 3 quintiles and identified the relationship with the risk of death.
As a result, among type 2 diabetes patients under 40 years of age, those in the bottom third of income ranking had a 2.88 times higher risk of death than those in the top third.
In patients with type 2 diabetes over 60 years of age, the risk of death was found to be 1.26 times higher when the same analysis was performed. This means that type 2 diabetes patients under 40 years of age have a much higher risk of death depending on income than type 2 diabetes patients over 60 years of age.
Additionally, it was found that type 2 diabetes patients in the bottom third of income rankings had a 2.66 times higher risk of death from cardiovascular disease and a 1.41 times higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease than patients in the top third.
Professor Namhoon Kim said, “Young diabetic patients have difficulty managing blood sugar levels and complications occur quickly. “In addition to medical aspects, the socioeconomic environment appears to have a significant impact on the health of young diabetic patients.”
He continued, “Efforts are needed to resolve health inequalities from various angles, including expanding support for young diabetes patients at a national and policy level.”
This study was published in the November issue of ‘JAMA Network Open’, the journal of the American Medical Association.
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How does income level affect health outcomes for young patients with type 2 diabetes?
The article discusses a significant research finding regarding young patients with type 2 diabetes, emphasizing the impact of income on their health outcomes. Conducted by a team from Korea University Anam Hospital and Samsung Seoul Hospital, the study analyzed data from over 600,000 diabetes patients aged 20 to 79, revealing that younger individuals (under 40) facing financial hardships have a substantially higher risk of death compared to their wealthier counterparts.
Key findings include:
- Risk of Death: Young adults with type 2 diabetes in the lowest income quintile are at a 2.88 times higher risk of dying than those in the highest income quintile. In contrast, older patients (over 60 years old) have a comparatively lower risk of 1.26 times based on income.
- Cardiovascular Complications: The research also highlighted a 2.66 times higher risk of death from cardiovascular disease for lower-income young patients, along with a 1.41 times greater likelihood of developing such conditions.
- Socioeconomic Impact: The study underscores the importance of considering socioeconomic factors alongside medical treatment in managing diabetes, as these factors significantly influence health outcomes.
The authors advocate for national support and policies aimed at addressing health inequalities and providing better resources for young diabetic patients.
these findings call for renewed attention to the intersection of socioeconomic status and health care among younger diabetic populations, highlighting the urgent need for tailored public health strategies. The study is published in the November issue of ‘JAMA Network Open’.