Today, diabetes is an epidemic that affects 30 million Americans and costs more than $300 billion per year.

A new study projects Connecticut will have the No. 13 least cases of Diabetes in 2030, affecting 13.5% of its population.

Today, diabetes is an epidemic that affects 30 million Americans and costs more than $300 billion per year. 

PsyDPrograms.org today released a study on The Rise of Diabetes in America by 2030 using data from the Institute for Alternative Futures, the American Diabetes Association and the CDC.

Below are key national findings:

·      Diabetes will increase by 38% and effect more than 15% of the population.

·      20 states will see diabetes rates increase nearly 40%

·      10 States with Highest Rates: West Virginia, Kentucky, Alabama, Mississippi, Arkansas, Tennessee, Florida, Ohio, Louisiana, Delaware

·      10 Cities with Highest Rates: Miami, New Orleans, Charlotte, Detroit, Houston, Dallas – FW, Philadelphia, Atlanta, New York City, Boston

Diabetes can cause a reduction in quality of life, psychological trauma, amputation of limbs and ultimately premature death.