Diabetologists in Sahakara Nagar, Bangalore • Type 1 diabetes is one of a number of autoimmune endocrine diseases with a genetic and familial basis, although the majority of cases occur sporadically. • Incidence rates vary from < 5 to > 40 per 100, 000, generally being highest in northern latitudes. • These rates are increasing more rapidly than can be explained by genetic factors alone. • Environmental factors such as viruses and diet are responsible