Editorial

Abstract

As 2024 draws to a close, we find ourselves once again marking World Diabetes Day amid a global diabetes pandemic that continues to rise in prevalence. This chronic condition now ranks as a leading cause of morbidity and mortality, profoundly affecting individuals, families, communities, and entire nations. The escalating rates of diabetes not only impact quality of life for those affected but also place an immense financial and logistical burden on healthcare systems worldwide, straining resources and challenging providers to meet the needs of those at risk. Unfortunately, South Africa has not been spared with an estimated 4.2 million people with diabetes, and the prevalence is increasing.