Juvenile Diabetes Crisis: Profit Over Health

This chapter explores the alarming rise of juvenile diabetes and prediabetes in America, questioning the lack of political discourse around children's health issues. It critiques the financial incentives within the healthcare industry that prioritize profit over wellness, particularly highlighting the role of pharmaceutical companies and health organizations in perpetuating chronic disease. The discussion further connects systemic health disparities faced by Black Americans and the manipulation of public perception by food companies, advocating for a shift towards preventive health measures over reactive treatments.