Health News: [diabetes ]: Poland teen to advocate for diabetes funding in Washington

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Health News : diabetes - News from other sources.   Poland teen to advocate for diabetes funding in Washington Sun, 16 Jun, 2013 04:25 PM PDT POLAND — For five years 14-year-old Quinn Ferguson has battled juvenile diabetes, also called Type 1 diabetes, a condition whereby his body doesn't produce insulin, a hormone needed to convert sugar, starches and other foods into energy needed for life. Continue reading Anthony Anderson's Prescription for Defeating Diabetes Sun, 16 Jun, 2013 04:21 PM PDT *Fear can serve as a powerful motivator. Actor and comedian Anthony Anderson has learned first hand that maintaining an exercise regimen and developing strong eating habits requires more than an uneasy conversation with a doctor to stay motivated. Most people can attest to having ignored the "if you don't cha... Continue reading Juvenile diabetes research Sun, 16 Jun, 2013 02:09 PM PDT A little girl with diabetes is hoping to help other children with the same disease by making and selling bracelets. Continue reading

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