Study populations
Mexico, in 2016, had an estimated population of 123.1m with 27% under the age of 15 years and 11% over the age of 60 years. By 2050, Mexico will have aged considerably – with older people representing some 30% of the total population or 45m.
Alongside the ageing population, diabetes prevalence is increasing – with the most recent statistics reporting 11.5m people living with the condition rising in 2040 to 20.6m. There are an estimated 3.9m undiagnosed cases.
Report & Infographic
Time of presentation for screening with an ophthalmologist
(Ophthamologists n=20)
- In time for screening
- When visual problems have already occurred
- Too late for effective treatment
Percentage of adults with diabetes who have completed an eye exam
(Adults with diabetes n=261)
- Have had an eye exam
- Never had an eye exam
Availability of DR patient education materials in health care providers’ offices
(All providers n=44)
- Sufficient information available
- Information not sufficient
- No written information available
- Don’t know
Frequency of discussions about eye complications with health care providers
(Adults with diabetes n=270)
- Every visit
- Multiple times per year
- Once a year
- When symptoms arise
- Never
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