💨 Abstract

A recent federal estimate indicates a significant rise in prediabetes among American adolescents, with nearly 1 in 3 youths aged 12 to 17 affected, up from a previous estimate of 1 in 5. This surge raises concerns about the future health of U.S. children. Experts have questioned the methods and transparency of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in releasing this data, citing changes in methodology and a lack of detailed explanation and raw data.

Courtesy: WTOP Staff