The Global Epidemiology ofDiabetes and Its Risk Factors

The webinar will provide an in-depth exploration of the epidemiology of diabetes, presenting critical insights into the global patterns, risk factors, and impacts of this growing public health challenge. Attendees will gain a better understanding of how diabetes affects various age groups, including the rising incidence among children and adolescents, as well as the specific dynamics of Type 1 diabetes across different populations.
The session will also shed light on the diverse risk factors influencing diabetes development, from lifestyle and genetic predispositions to socioeconomic and environmental conditions, highlighting how these factors interact across regions and demographics. Additionally, the webinar will cover the significant global burden diabetes places on health systems and individuals, offering insights into the International Diabetes Federation’s strategies and initiatives aimed at reducing prevalence and improving diabetes management worldwide.
By the end of this webinar, participants will have a comprehensive view of the current landscape of diabetes epidemiology and the efforts underway to address this pressing global health issue.
Speakers and Title of the Talks
1. The global burden of Diabetes: How is the International Diabetes Federation responding to this challenge? - Dr Peter Schwarz, Germany - President International Diabetes Federation
2. Epidemiology of Risk Factors of Diabetes - Dr Sagar Dugani, Rochester, Minnesota, Mayo Clinic.
3. The epidemiology of type 2 diabetes in children and adolescents - Dr Noë C Barengo, Florida International University , Miami , Florida, Past Chair ADA Public Health and Epidemiology Interest Group
4. The epidemiology of type 1 diabetes - Dr Paula Andrea Diaz Valencia - Professor Epidemiology Group, National School of Public Health, University of Antioquia, President AMNET: Americas Network for Chronic Disease Surveillance
Moderator: Dr. Amit Gupta ,Chair Elect, ADA Public Health & Epidemiology Interest Group