Diagnoses of diabetes have reached an all-time high despite a “statistically meaningful decrease” in the U.S. adult obesity rate, Gallup reported.

The diabetes rate is now at 13.8 percent, the highest number recorded by the Gallup National Health and Well-Being Index.

The adult obesity rate declined to 37 percent this year, representing an estimated 7.6 million fewer obese adults compared with three years ago.

Why It Matters

Obesity corresponds with a higher rate of having diabetes across all age groups, according to Gallup. However, not all individuals who are obese will develop diabetes, and some individuals who are not obese will develop diabetes.

Other factors that could increase the risk of developing the disease include physical inactivity, race, ethnicity and genetic predispo

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