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Insulin is used to treat Diabetes (high blood sugar.) Unfortunately, uncontrolled diabetes is a frequent reason why patients are admitted to the ICU.

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What animal gives us insulin?

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Why do you have to use insulin when you have diabetes?

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What is diabeties type 2?

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