Diabetes: Why Many Teens Are at Risk

Synopsis: The programme shows how type 2 diabetes has become a serious health risk for many teenagers as a direct result of poor diet, sedentary lifestyle and obesity. It combines factual information and interviews with young people living with diabetes to explain:

-the facts about the causes and effects of diabetes, and the differences between type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes and pre-diabetes;

-the risk factors for developing diabetes, and the warning signs to look out for;

-the role of diet and exercise in preventing and controlling diabetes, and the specific changes in diet and exercise that student can make to reduce their own risk of diabetes;

-how students can help a friend with diabetes who is experiencing low blood sugar.

Suitable for students aged 12-plus; A detailed teacher’s guide is supplied on the DVD version (includes activity and fact sheets).
Language: English (United States)
Country: United States
Year of production: 2009
Subjects: Medical sciences
Keywords: diabetes

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