About 11 Million Americans May Have Undiagnosed Diabetes, Summary Says
An estimated 11 million people across the United States may be living with undiagnosed diabetes, a serious condition particularly prevalent in the "diabetes belt" region, which includes North Carolina.
Terre Haute, IN, October 29, 2026 —
An estimated 11 million people across the United States may be living with undiagnosed diabetes, according to the information provided in a trend summary. The estimate describes people who may have the condition without knowing it, but no source, publication date or research method was provided.
The summary characterizes diabetes as a serious condition and says it is particularly prevalent in a region known as the “diabetes belt.” North Carolina is included in that region. It does not identify other states or give figures for North Carolina or any other specific location.
The estimate is national in scope, but the information provided does not explain how the number was calculated, what period it covers or how “undiagnosed” was defined. It also does not provide a breakdown by age, other demographic characteristics or geography. As a result, the figure cannot be used here to compare rates among states or groups.
No details were provided about the organizations or researchers behind the estimate, and no additional data or statements were included. The available information therefore supports only a broad account: an estimated 11 million people in the United States may have undiagnosed diabetes, and the summary identifies the diabetes belt—including North Carolina—as a region where the condition is particularly prevalent.
Further context about the estimate, including its source and methodology, was not included in the material provided.
Story summarized from the original created by Darrell Greene, InvestigateTV staff on www.wthitv.com, see more information here.
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