Articoli scientifici - 21/04/2026
Diabetes, disease management, and risk of mortality by immigrant status: a population-based cohort study in Reggio Emilia Province (Northern Italy)
Diabete, presa in carico e rischio di mortalità in relazione allo status migratorio: uno studio di coorte di popolazione nella provincia di Reggio Emilia
Introduction
Non-communicable diseases (NCDs) are the leading cause of death worldwide. Among these, diabetes is increasing at an alarming rate.1 Global diabetes cases are projected to rise from 382 million in 2013 to 592 million by 2035 (+55%). Italy mirrors this trend, with type 2 diabetes prevalence at 5.5% and expected to be 9.0% by 2030.2,3Diabetes is not distributed equally among all population groups, as higher incidence, development of complications, and higher mortality rate have been o…


