How does smoking or heavy drinking affect disability-free survival in older adults with type 2 diabetes?

Smoking, Alcohol & Diabetes Survival1 min readUpdated May 29, 2026

What the Evidence Shows

We analyzed the available evidence on smoking and heavy drinking in older adults with type 2 diabetes, and what we’ve found so far suggests these behaviors are linked to shorter periods of life without disability. Specifically, one assertion shows that older adults with type 2 diabetes who smoke or...

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Healthy Behaviors, Leisure Activities, and Social Network Prolong Disability-Free Survival in Older Adults With Diabetes

DOI: 10.1093/gerona/glac054

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May 29, 2026·Last updated May 29, 2026
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