Jul 21 State of Affairs Type 1 Diabetes We hear a lot about obesity and its link to diabetes - an inability of the pancreas to regulate glucose levels in the blood. But Type 1 Diabetes is actually a genetic disease that first shows up in childhood, unrelated to weight or fitness level. It's often called juvenile diabetes, but its effect lasts a lifetime. Join the discussion on Thursday as we take a look at the causes and treatment of the disease and find out what it's like to live with Type 1 Diabetes. Listen to the Show Related Links: American Diabetes Associaton Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation - KY chapter Patient Resources By Laura Ellis Jul 21 State of Affairs Type 1 Diabetes Laura Ellis