Type 1 Diabetes May Be Finally Curable With Stem Cells

Around 537 million people are living with diabetes in the world. This number is only growing.

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Type 1 diabetes is characterized by the immune system attacking and destroying beta cells of the pancreas, which make insulin. These cells regulate blood glucose levels, which is what the body requires for energy. Without insulin, blood sugar levels will continue to rise so Type 1 diabetics need insulin throughout their lives.