The effect of diabetes self-management education on psychological status and blood glucose in newly diagnosed patients with diabetes type 2

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) is a worldwide epidemic, and its prevalence is growing, creating a global healthcare burden. It is linked to increased risk of severe cardiovascular complications, morbidity and mortality which can be reduced by optimal glycemic control [1]. According to the International Diabetes Federation, in 2015 it was estimated that there were 415 million people with diabetes aged 20 –79 years, and this figure was predicted to rise to 642 million by 2040 [2]. To effectively manage individuals with diabetes, appropriate education, lifestyle modification, medication treatment and blood glucose monitoring are all required.
Source: Patient Education and Counseling - Category: International Medicine & Public Health Authors: Source Type: research