Study populations
Japan, in 2016, had an estimated population of 126m with 13% (16m) under the age of 15 years and 27% (34m) over the age of 65. Due to Japan’s low fertility rates, by 2050, the population in Japan is expected to decrease by 15% and those aged 65 years or older will represent 36% (39m) of the total population.
Alongside the ageing population, diabetes prevalence is increasing – with the most recent statistics reporting 7.2m people living with the condition and an estimated 3.4m undiagnosed cases.
Report & Infographic
Time of presentation for screening with an ophthalmologist
(Ophthamologists n=2)
- In time for screening
- When visual problems have already occurred
Percentage of health care providers who share patient data with other health care providers to optimize patient care
(All providers n=6)
- Yes
- No
Availability of DR patient education materials in health care providers’ offices
(Adults with diabetes n=9)
- Sufficient information available
- Information not sufficient
- No written information available
- Don’t Know
Time of follow-up for eye examinations for adults with diabetes
(Adults with diabetes n=7)
- Once a year