Prediabetes Surges Among U.S. Teens—Experts Demand Answers from CDC

A new CDC analysis estimates that nearly 1 in 3 American teens now have prediabetes—a significant jump from previous figures. The updated data, based on revised calculation methods, has raised eyebrows among experts, who are calling for more transparency from the agency. While the CDC says the numbers reflect the latest science, critics argue that without clear access to the underlying data, it’s hard to know how serious the trend really is. Still, with over 8 million adolescents affected, health professionals say it’s a national wake-up call we can’t afford to ignore.