While research is ongoing, current data from 2024 and 2025 increasingly shows a significant link between COVID-19 and new-onset diabetes . Studies indicate that individuals who have had COVID-19 are approximately to develop diabetes within a year of infection compared to those who were never infected.
Scientists are investigating several pathways that might explain how the virus triggers diabetes: Can COVID-19 Cause Diabetes? - GoodRx Can COVID-19 Cause Diabetes?
This risk is not exclusive to severe cases; even those with mild infections or who were not hospitalized show an elevated risk. 🔬 Potential Biological Mechanisms While research is ongoing, current data from 2024