Official figures show 78,084 people living with diabetes in Cyprus

Ahead of World Diabetes Day on November 14, the Pancyprian Diabetes Association has released official statistics indicating that 78,084 people in Cyprus are currently living with diabetes. This total includes 9,393 cases of Type 1 diabetes, 65,879 cases of Type 2, 2,589 other forms of the condition, and 223 cases of gestational diabetes. Notably, the data includes 509 children under the age of 18, consisting of 379 with Type 1 and 130 with Type 2 diabetes. The association emphasizes that diabetes remains a significant public health challenge linked to serious complications, including cardiovascular and kidney disease, stroke, blindness, and amputations.

With the 2026–2027 theme "Early action on diabetes," the association is organizing information campaigns across the country to highlight the critical need for early diagnosis. Experts warn that many cases, potentially 36.6%, may remain undiagnosed, allowing the disease to progress silently and cause organ damage. Furthermore, reports indicate that Cyprus faces a high mortality rate regarding diabetes, with 53.13 deaths per 100,000 residents as of 2023, which is significantly higher than the European Union average of 23.53. In response, medical professionals are being urged to strictly implement clinical protocols to ensure timely intervention and systematic patient care.