A World Perspective on Type 1 Diabetes

As diabetes is an increasing problem, not only in the UK but also in the rest of the world, there is going to be an interesting radio series on BBC World Service on 15th June. The first episode Diabetes: the Silent Killer is aired at 09:06am GMT and it is repeated a number of times throughout the day. The series is presented by Justin Webb, the BBC’s North American Editor, whose son has Type 1 diabetes. It is also available from the BBC World Service Website as a podcast.

Living in the USA, his son has the most up to date medical care for his condition, but the presenter examines the impact and possible future of Type 1 diabetes, and I would recommend it as a very good listen.