How climate and social factors affect blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes

Personal and social-built environmental factors of glucose variability among multi ethnic groups of adults with type 2 diabetes

['FUNDING_R01'] · YALE UNIVERSITY · NIH-10838114

This study looks at how hot weather and different social settings affect blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes, aiming to help people manage their condition better as climate change impacts our lives.

Quick facts

Phase['FUNDING_R01']
Study typeNih_funding
SexAll
SponsorYALE UNIVERSITY (nih funded)
Locations1 site (NEW HAVEN, UNITED STATES)
Trial IDNIH-10838114 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this research studies

This research investigates how extreme temperatures and social environments influence blood sugar variability in adults with type 2 diabetes. By using continuous glucose monitoring, the study aims to understand the relationship between climate change, dehydration, and insulin resistance. It focuses on multi-ethnic groups to capture diverse responses to these environmental factors. The findings could lead to better management strategies for diabetes in the context of climate change.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adults with type 2 diabetes, particularly those living in areas affected by extreme temperatures.

Not a fit: Patients without type 2 diabetes or those living in stable climates may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide insights that help improve blood sugar control and reduce complications for patients with type 2 diabetes.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that environmental factors can significantly impact diabetes management, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.

Where this research is happening

NEW HAVEN, UNITED STATES

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
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