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202186 minPGdocumentary

7.7/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

Diabetes, a Hefty Bill

202186 minPGdocumentary

7.7/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

Millions globally face the growing diabetes crisis, which increasingly burdens healthcare systems across three continents.

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Xavier Sayanoff,

Benoît Rossel,

Dorothée Frénot

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Millions globally face the growing diabetes crisis, which increasingly burdens healthcare systems across three continents.

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Xavier Sayanoffdirector

Benoît Rosseldirector

Dorothée Frénotdirector

Benoît Rosselwriter

Caroline Coq-Chodorgewriter

Synopsis

Patients and healthcare professionals from France, Switzerland, and beyond discuss the growing diabetes crisis. This documentary covers challenges in managing diabetes, a disease affecting millions. It presents statistics and personal stories that illustrate its impact on individuals. Interviews offer insights into the burdens placed on healthcare systems. The film calls for improved management strategies and a global response to this escalating health issue. Directed by Xavier Sayanoff, "Diabetes, a Hefty Bill" runs for 86 minutes.

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