Scientists can now grow beta cells from stem cells in the lab and transplant them into patients. These new cells can function like healthy pancreatic beta cells, producing insulin in response to blood sugar levels. A striking example is the case of a Canadian woman with Type 1 diabetes who no longer requires insulin injections after receiving a stem cell implant in her liver.

Stem cells are unique cells in the body that have the ability to develop into many different cell types. They can also make copies of themselves, which makes them incredibly valuable for repairing or replacing damaged tissues. In diabetes care, researchers are exploring how stem cells can be used to regenerate insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas. Beta cells are essential because they produce insulin, the hormone that helps regulate blood sugar.