Idea Earth Brings Mobility To Type 1 Diabetics

(1888PressRelease) June 26, 2008 - If you know a Type 1 diabetic (commonly referred to as “Juvenile Diabetic”), then you probably know the common struggles that he or she goes through on a daily basis. Or maybe you don't?

Many people are acquainted with Type 2 diabetes. Just about every one of us has at least one close relative or friend that has been stricken with this disease. With this in mind, we often think there is a close relationship with Type 2 and Type 1. Yet, they are worlds apart.

The folks at Idea Earth know this all too well. Mark and Vicki Bennett, founders of this family owned company have a son who was diagnosed when he was 4 years old. Marks father was a Type 2 diabetic, so he thought he had an idea of what was in store for his family. “Watch your eating habits, cut way back on sweets and try to exercise regularly to keep your blood sugar levels reasonable is what my father faced”, states Mark. “It didn't instantly register with us. My first thoughts were it's not too bad. We just have to learn to watch what he eats. Little did we realize the difficulties that were in store for all of us. There's quite a difference between a pancreas that produces some insulin vs one that produces none”, Vicki added.

Idea Earth has been developing mobile websites that offer visitors free useful content while away from home. The Bennett's saw a great opportunity to add to their mobile presence by introducing http://type1.mobi. This informative site not only points out the differences between type 1 and type 2, but provides helpful tips and information to regulate blood sugars while away from home. You can also access the latest developments in research and diabetes news.

“We're also very pleased to offer our Kid of the Month section”, Vicki continued. “Visitors can submit a picture and story about their child to be considered for selection. We wanted to offer a way for kids and families to share their stories. It was a real eye opening experience when we first took our son to a Type 1 summer camp. It was only then when he realized he wasn't the only one with this disease. This is just another way to gain awareness on a global scale. We're looking for all kinds of Type 1 stories. You can write about how you deal with daily life to your diagnosis or anything in between. Be creative and have fun. We feel it's a great way to showcase the kids. They certainly deserve it”

DotMobi sites can be viewed on a PC, but are specifically designed for a small mobile browser. Idea Earth utilizes the dotMobi trustmark to assure their visitors will be able to have fast, easy to navigate information. For those who are new to the mobile web, we recommend a visit to http://why.mobi.

Idea Earth is active in developing websites designed to deliver helpful information to mobile users in a wide variety of subject matter. Visit ideaearth.mobi for additional information on their sites and services.

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