Type 1 diabetes (also known as diabetes mellitus) is an autoimmune disease in which immune cells attack and destroy the insulin-producing cells of the pancreas. The loss of insulin leads to the ...
Dr. Suneel Dhand explains, diabetes is largely a result of metabolic issues. Refined sugars, processed foods, and sedentary living have led to widespread insulin resistance, the precursor to Type ...
The best option for EMS providers treating diabetic patients is to keep a good medication list handy. Then they can review the mechanisms of action for specific medications in the moment.