Tom Harkin: “Let me respond this way: First, I note that the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, which represents families all…”

“Let me respond this way: First, I note that the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, which represents families all over America who are affected with juvenile diabetes, is in support of H.R. 810. I want that on the record. In fact, they have been one of the strongest supporters. Second, the transplantation of insulin-producing pancreatic cells is already known to reverse the most damaging symptoms of type 1 diabetes. The problem with that is the limited number of organ donors out there who donate pancreases. That seems to be the problem. Could I ask the Senator, are there enough pancreas donors out there to take care of everyone with juvenile diabetes?”