Diabetes may be the number one cause of death in the United States; it's not listed as such but the fact is, it's a major factor in death from heart attacks and strokes and it is on the rise.
Other important topics Dr. Hensel will cover in the special:
Dr. Hensel will follow up to 8 patients, each of which faces different challenges and each of which was helped by breakthroughs in the treatment of the disease.
Ethnic risks and challenges.
An explanation of each of the diseases, how they occur and what happens inside of the body in each case.
What is known about the cause of diabetes and what is being done to study it further.
All treatments will be covered including injectable, pump, oral, diet and exercise; from the old to the new, from conventional to new breakthroughs.
Examination of studies that aim to prevent diabetes and potential cures.
Diabetes facts and further information provided by the American Diabetes Association
Other important topics Dr. Hensel will cover in the special:
Diabetes facts and further information provided by the American Diabetes Association