In 2023, Mexico topped the list with the highest diabetes mellitus mortality rate. Significant increases were seen in Croatia and Costa Rica, with double-digit percentage rises, indicating growing challenges in diabetes management. Conversely, Western European countries like the Netherlands and Switzerland showed minimal change or slight decreases, reflecting effective healthcare interventions. Eastern Europe and parts of Asia, represented by Slovenia and South Korea, showed mixed trends. Notably, countries with established healthcare systems, such as the United States and the United Kingdom, witnessed moderate upward trends, requiring continued policy focus.
Future trends to monitor include the impact of obesity and lifestyle changes in emerging economies, technological advancements in diabetes management, and healthcare policy shifts in response to demographic aging. These factors will likely influence mortality trends, demanding proactive measures in public health strategies globally.
Top countries in Diabetes Mellitus Mortality by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Deaths) Per Hundred Thousand Persons, Standardised Rates | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Mexico | 198.2 | 2023 | +1.28% | +4.8% | View data |
| 2 | 2 South Africa | 141.7 | 2023 | +0.57% | +0.74% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Croatia | 123.4 | 2023 | +8.06% | +14.14% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Brazil | 69.4 | 2023 | +1.31% | +4.53% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Costa Rica | 68.6 | 2023 | +0.73% | +10.74% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Peru | 52.8 | 2023 | +5.6% | +8.76% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 44.8 | 2023 | +1.82% | +3.29% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Colombia | 42.1 | 2023 | +0.24% | +6.45% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Israel | 40.6 | 2023 | +0.74% | +1.76% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United States | 33.8 | 2023 | +2.74% | +4.67% | View data |
