The number of children with diabetes has increased by nearly 40% since 1990, with Finland having the highest incidence. In 2021, over 222,000 children under 15 had type 1 diabetes, which requires daily insulin. Despite advancements in care reducing mortality, childhood diabetes remains a complex issue with serious long-term health risks. Access to care and environmental factors may influence incidence rates, with significant disparities across regions. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)