TED-Ed: What did dogs teach humans about diabetes? - Duncan C. Ferguson

The video discusses the history of diabetes, its early recognition, and the discovery of insulin. It highlights the role of dogs in this medical breakthrough, detailing how experiments on dogs led to the understanding of the pancreas's role in diabetes. The video also covers the development of insulin treatment for both humans and dogs, emphasizing the ethical considerations of animal testing and the reciprocal benefits for canine diabetes management.

What were the early symptoms of diabetes recognized in ancient times?

Who were the scientists that demonstrated the role of the pancreas in diabetes in 1890?

What significant medical advancement did Frederick Banting and Charles Best achieve in 1920?

What was the outcome of Banting sharing his Nobel Prize with Charles Best?

How has the treatment of diabetes in dogs contributed to human diabetes treatment?