The forecast for diabetes mellitus mortality in Australia shows a consistent upward trend from 2024 to 2028, with figures rising from 5.68 thousand deaths in 2024 to 6.16 thousand deaths in 2028. In 2023, the mortality rate was 5.56 thousand deaths. Year-on-year variations exhibit an approximate 2.11% increase from 2024 to 2025, a 2.07% increase from 2025 to 2026, followed by increments of 2.03% to 2027 and 1.99% to 2028. The five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at around 2.09%.
Trends to watch for in the future include advancements in medical treatments, changes in lifestyle factors, public health initiatives, and demographic shifts that could influence diabetes management and mortality rates. Additionally, technological innovations in healthcare and early diagnosis tools must be closely monitored to assess their impact on reducing mortality rates over the next decade.
