Disease Specific Resources(research)

Publisher: International Diabetes Federation Diabetes occurs when the pancreas can no longer make insulin, or the body is unable to use the insulin adequately which leads to raised glucose levels in the blood. Insulin, a hormone made by the pancreas, helps glucose from the food get into your cells to produce energy. There are 3 types of diabetes: Type 1 Diabetes – Usually occurs on children and adolescents but can develop at any age. In type 1 diabetes the body produces very little Read More