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  • "Understanding the Causes of Type 1 Diabetes"

    "Understanding the Causes of Type 1 Diabetes"

    Type 1 diabetes, also known as juvenile diabetes, is a chronic condition where the pancreas produces little or no insulin. Insulin is a hormone that is needed to convert sugar, starches, and other food into energy needed for everyday life. The various factors that contribute to type 1 diabetes may be autoimmune, genetic, or environmental.…

  • "Understanding the Types and Symptoms of Diabetes"

    "Understanding the Types and Symptoms of Diabetes"

    Diabetes mellitus, often referred to as diabetes, is a series of conditions that affect the metabolism of glucose. This occurs as a result of problems in insulin production, variance in how the body responds to insulin, or both. There are three major types of diabetes: type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes. This article breaks…