Diabetes UK is dismayed that 'The Hospital' programme broadcast yesterday on Channel 4 misrepresented people with diabetes and missed the opportunity to educate the viewing public about the many facets of living with the condition. The charity is concerned that the programme failed to explain clearly the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes and the focal 'blame' theme of the programme will lead to prejudice against young people with diabetes. Ignorance "Diabetes is a condition that is still shrouded in misconceptions and ignorance... 

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