Presentation Date
10-28-2009
Description
The Untangling of Diabetes Mellitus: Portraits Through Time exhibit, curated by Laura J. Hall, MFA, explored the history and advancements in the treatment of diabetes. With origins dating back to ancient times, the understanding of diabetes has evolved significantly. The exhibit traced the key moments in the discovery and treatment of the disease, highlighting research from UNM's participation in national diabetes studies, including the Diabetes Prevention Program. Special focus was given to the impact of diabetes on minority populations in New Mexico. The exhibit was displayed from October 2009 to August 2010 at the UNM Domenici Center for Health Sciences Education.
Document Type
Poster
Conference/Presentation Location
Domenici Center for Health Sciences Education Auditorium Lobby, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM
Language
English
Keywords
Diabetes, Public health, Insulin, Medical history, Diabetes treatment, New Mexico
Disciplines
Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism | History of Science, Technology, and Medicine | Public Health
Recommended Citation
Hall, Laura J.. "Curated Exhibit: The Untangling of Diabetes Mellitus: Portraits Through Time." (2009). https://digitalrepository.unm.edu/hslic-posters-presentations/173
Exhibit Introduction
Included in
Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism Commons, History of Science, Technology, and Medicine Commons, Public Health Commons
