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201036 minPGdocumentary

historical-figures public-health

The Quest

201036 minPGdocumentary

In 1921 at the University of Toronto, Dr.

historical-figures public-health

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Jason A. Carbone,

Channel: NFB

The Quest

2010• 36 minPG

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In 1921 at the University of Toronto, Dr.

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Jason A. Carbonedirector

Mike Fleissdirector

Alexander Loylesscast

Andrew Ghertnercast

Synopsis

This short film is a re-enactment of the critical year in Dr. Frederick Banting's life when he discovered insulin for the treatment of diabetes at the University of Toronto. It depicts the odds against which he and his assistant, Charles Best, worked; the scepticism of other doctors and the final victory that gave thousands of diabetics hope for a healthier life.

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