Banting House to celebrate World Diabetes Day, Banting’s 130th anniversary on Sunday – London | The Canadian News

Sunday marks World Diabetes Day, a day dedicated to remembering the importance of the discovery of insulin and raising awareness of diabetes.

World Diabetes Day is also the birthday of Sir Frederick Banting, who woke up at night from a restless sleep in the bedroom of his London, Ontario home and scribbled on a piece of paper an idea that, in three years , would lead to the discovery and widespread use of insulin.

London’s Banting House, known as the birthplace of insulin, is hosting an event on Sunday to celebrate 100 years since the discovery, which occurred in 1920 but is being held once again this year due to the impact of COVID-19. in 2020.

“World Diabetes Day is a time to remember … the legacy of Dr. Banting, the history of diabetes and raising awareness of diabetes,” read a statement on the Banting House website. “It also serves as a reminder that while insulin has been an incredibly significant and important treatment, we are still in the search for a cure.”

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Londoner Rebecca Redmond says World Diabetes Day is an important day for her.

He lives with multiple chronic diseases and was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at age 17.

Redmond, who happens to be Banting’s cousin, is raising awareness about the struggles that come with having diabetes.

“The average person with type 1 diabetes makes up to 180 additional decisions every day, whether it’s checking their blood glucose levels (to) count carbohydrates and take insulin.”

“I am tremendously grateful to be on this side of the story,” she added. “I would not be here, my son would not be here without the discovery of insulin.”

Banting House is inviting Londoners to celebrate World Diabetes Day and Banting’s 130th anniversary with the unveiling of the memorial bricks, touring the museum and a new exhibition opening from 4-7pm on Sunday.

Registration is available online for both in person event and the online event.

—With files from Devon Peacock and Matthew Trevithick from 980 CFPL