I read about a study where the scientists found a correlation between the high incidence of diabetes in countries that consume a lot of high fructose corn syrup. (nutritionfacts.org)
There is a well - documented association of aging with increased incidence of diabetes and cancer, as well as reduced capacity for wound healing and tissue repair. (ellisonfoundation.org)
Insulin resistance is frequent in indigenous populations that have a high incidence of diabetes. (academic.oup.com)