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DIABETES AWARENESS
ILLUSTRATED GUIDE FOR PHARMACY EDUCATION

My thesis explores one question:
How can we explain diabetes without words?
The inspiration came from IKEA instructions, which communicate complex ideas using only visuals
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What is Type 2 Diabetes ?

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The pancreas does not produce enough insulin, and the body’s cells do not respond properly to the insulin that is available. As a result, glucose cannot enter the cells efficiently and builds up in the bloodstream instead of being used for energy.

Symptoms

Insreased Thirst

Slow Healing

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Fatigue

Weight Loss

Frequent Urination

Early sketches

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Process

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AI Tools I used:
 

Gemini
Canva AI
Runway
Chat-GPT
Final Illustrations
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© Altyn Gurbanova designs, 2026

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