New preliminary figures from the CDC reveal that diabetes deaths in the U.S. fell to 26.4 per 100,000 in 2024, down from a peak of 31.1 in 2021 during the pandemic. Although rates have improved, they have not yet returned to pre-pandemic lows, with 94,294 reported deaths in 2023. The pandemic worsened management of diabetes, as individuals with the disease faced heightened health risks and disruptions in care. CDC officials underscore that while trends are positive, continuous efforts are needed for comprehensive disease management and awareness.
"Data show an increase in mortality rates for all people during the COVID-19 pandemic, and research shows that people with underlying conditions...are more likely to become very sick from COVID-19 and have a higher risk of hospitalization and death."
"While diabetes-related death rates have decreased since 2021, they have not returned to pre-pandemic levels."
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