Discovery Dialogues Podcast: Tracing the History of Diabetes

 

Can we eventually cure diabetes? In the Discovery Dialogues podcast series, we uncover the hidden stories behind the science—from the discovery of insulin to the invention of continuous glucose monitors to the excitement behind the latest blockbuster medications. This podcast is for anyone curious about how science changes lives—from students and researchers to history buffs and lifelong learners. Subscribe to Discovery Dialogues for more untold stories of science and medicine. Don’t forget to like, share, and leave a comment with your thoughts.

 

Episode 1 - Historical Origins Tracing the History of Diabetes- In the inaugural episode of the Discovery Dialogues Podcast, hosted by Dr. Ani Deshpande, we embark on a comprehensive journey through the history of diabetes. Featuring expert insights from Dr. Pamela Itkin Ansari, this episode explores the early descriptions of diabetes from ancient Egyptian, Indian, Chinese, and Middle Eastern civilizations. The discussion traces the pivotal scientific breakthroughs, from the identification of the pancreas as a crucial organ in diabetes, to the discovery of insulin and its transformative impact on treatment. The episode highlights groundbreaking experiments and the evolution of medical understanding, culminating in the life-saving insulin treatments that revolutionized diabetes care.

 

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