Tuesday, Aug. 18th at 8 pm EST. Link to join in comments. Unfortunately, it isn’t a surprise to find out that a virus that was engineered to be highly inflammatory and is now known to set up a chronic infection in the gut has led to increased diagnosis of Type 1 Diabetes in our children. Researchers are investigating whether SARS-CoV-2 may increase risk by affecting the immune system, the pancreas, and the gut microbiome, including changes in intestinal barrier function, often called “leaky gut.” In this lecture, Dr. Parks will explain the latest research, discuss the important connection between gut health and the immune system, and share practical steps families can take to support immune resilience and overall health.
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