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Could Apps Be the Answer to Self-managing Diabetes?

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October 31, 2016
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Smart phone apps could offer patients with type 2 diabetes a highly effective method of self-managing their condition, concluded a study by Cardiff University.

A systematic review of 14 previous studies found that all had reported a reduction in average blood glucose levels in patients that used an app, compared to those who did not, with an approximate reduction in HbA1c (glycated hemoglobin) of about 0.5 percent. The analysis also found that younger patients were more likely to report a benefit. No evidence was found to support the use of apps in type 1 diabetes, but further research is needed to substantiate this.

Ben Carter, PhD, from Cardiff University’s School of Medicine said: “As we enter an era where portable technology is increasingly used to improve our lifestyles, as can already be seen with physical activity technology, apps can offer a large percentage of the world’s population a low-cost and dynamic solution to type 2 diabetes management.”

Diabetes management includes monitoring and managing blood glucose levels. This is done by controlling diet and knowing how foods affect blood sugar. For many people with diabetes, it also involves taking medications that help manage blood sugar levels. Current diabetes apps allow patients to enter data and provide feedback on improved management. They can provide…health promotion by allowing patients to track medications, set reminders, plan meals, find recipes, and plan for doctor’s appointments and blood tests.

This article was adapted from information provided by Cardiff University.

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