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Diabetes mellitus, also known as type II diabetes, is a disease that affects over three million people in the U.S. per year. This disease affects the glucose levels in the body by causing them to rise higher than normal. In type II diabetic patients, the body develops insulin resistance that initiates an increase in blood glucose levels. [1]
Furthermore, studies have shown that the longer the length of the exercise program, there is a further reduction in the HB A1c and patients have less insulin requirements. [27] Although the population of these studies are limited to patients under the age of 18, exercise is beneficial in managing diabetes, whether its type 1 or 2. [2]
High-intensity and concurrent training interventions, [133] strength training, [132] and prolonged aerobic exercise [134] all have been shown to help reduce HbA1c and blood glucose levels in children with type 1 diabetes; therefore, demonstrating that exercise plays a vital role in the management of type 1 diabetes.
The program, which receives over $150 million in federal funding per year, provides resources and support for T1D research in cooperation with the NIH. [35] Breakthrough T1D works with the U.S. Senate Diabetes Caucus to advocate for continued funding of the program, which also benefits Breakthrough T1D's research efforts. [36]
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Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a potentially life-threatening complication of diabetes mellitus. [1] Signs and symptoms may include vomiting, abdominal pain, deep gasping breathing, increased urination, weakness, confusion and occasionally loss of consciousness. [1]
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Jul. 30—MORGANTOWN — The Breakthrough T1D Walk to raise money for Type 1 diabetes research and education returns to town on Aug. 17, at the track and field complex at Mylan Park.