The DISCOVERY of INSULIN

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The discovery of Insulin, in Toronto, Canada in 1921-22, was one of the great medical breakthroughs of all time. Prior to this, Insulin Dependent Diabetes had been a universally fatal disease. In celebrating this discovery, we remind ourselves what life was like for patients before this time and we are encouraged to look to the future with hope that further breakthroughs will bring about the final defeat of this still potent and watchful enemy.

I have been involved in the treatment of diabetes for more than 20 years and have had the good fortune to have worked in the city where the discovery was made. This monograph is a tribute to the researchers past and present who have dedicated their lives to the understanding of diabetes and to the patients who have to contend with this disease daily.

Chris Strakosch
Associate Professor of Medicine
University Endocrine Department
Greenslopes Private Hospital
Brisbane Australia