Type 1 diabetes is worse in young children - now scientists know why

Type 1 diabetes is more severe in young children due to the pancreas still developing until around age seven, making it vulnerable to damage. Research reveals that beta cells in the pancreas need time to mature, impacting the aggressiveness of the disease. Scientists suggest new drugs may delay the onset of type 1 diabetes by allowing beta cells to mature. These findings offer hope for children diagnosed with type 1 diabetes, potentially leading to new treatments and preventive strategies.