Gestational diabetes rose every year in the US since 2016
4 months ago
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- Gestational diabetes in the U.S. increased every year from 2016 to 2024, with a 36% rise over nine years.
- The condition affects 58 to 79 cases per 1,000 births, impacting all racial and ethnic groups.
- Highest rates were found among American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian, and Pacific Islander women.
- Gestational diabetes poses immediate pregnancy risks and long-term health risks like diabetes and heart disease for both mother and child.
- The rise is linked to worsening health trends among young adults, including poor diet, lack of exercise, and obesity.
- The study analyzed 12.6 million U.S. births, revealing disparities in gestational diabetes rates across racial and ethnic groups.
- Public health interventions are needed to improve care access and promote healthier behaviors before and during pregnancy.