Type 2 diabetes is rising fast among young people in Chandigarh
Doctors at PGI Chandigarh are seeing more young people—and even kids as young as 10—being diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes.
Experts say unhealthy eating, lack of exercise, and rising childhood obesity are the main reasons.
The jump in cases among those aged 30-40 over the past decade has doctors worried and calling for urgent lifestyle changes.
What's being done (and what you can do)
PGI's endocrine clinic now sees about 1,200 patients each week, with 10% being new patients, many of whom have diabetes.
Doctors like Dr. Sanjay Bhadada stress the need for better awareness and patient education on prevention.
Experts recommend at least 30 minutes of daily exercise, a balanced diet, managing stress, and getting regular health check-ups to help keep blood sugar in check—especially if you're young.