How much does type 2 diabetes reduce disability-free survival in older adults?

Type 2 Diabetes & Longevity1 min readUpdated May 29, 2026

What the Evidence Shows

We analyzed the available evidence and found that older adults with type 2 diabetes live, on average, 2.15 fewer years without disability compared to those without diabetes, even after accounting for other health factors like body weight and heart disease [1]. This means that, on average, diabetes...

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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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