Diabetes. Teens fight back
Description
An obesity epidemic has swept America-leading to an alarming rise in diabetes cases. This video looks at the disturbing trend and illustrates how diabetic teenagers can lead rewarding lives instead of becoming passive victims. Interviewing two young men and following them through their daily routines, the program reveals the benefits of staying positive and active. Will-a high school student with Type 1 diabetes-maintains a rigorous injection and glucose-monitoring schedule while excelling at soccer and remaining focused on school and his social life. Justin, age 12 with Type 2 diabetes, talks about his struggle with weight control and his triumphant loss of 18 pounds.
Runtime
10 min
Subjects
- Cell metabolism (65)
- Metabolism (222)
- Endocrine glands (166)
- Nutrition (648)
- Lifestyles (99)
- Exercise (426)
- Self-care, Health (487)
- Diet (387)
- Diabetes (59)
- Food habits (189)
Genre
Date of Publication
[2006], c2006
Database
Films on Demand
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