Improving diabetes medication adherence in Latino adults using a digital health tool
Official title: REACH-Es: Adapting a digital health tool to improve diabetes medication adherence among Latino adults
Funded at Massachusetts General Hospital · NIH-11035244 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking to help Latino adults with type 2 diabetes stick to their medication by using a friendly text messaging tool that offers reminders and support in a way that fits their culture and needs.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Massachusetts General Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project start | April 1, 2023 |
| Project end | February 28, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $196,170 |
| NIH project number | 5K23DK135798-03 |
| Project ID | NIH-11035244 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are Latino adults aged 21 and older who have been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not identify as Latino or those who are under 21 years old may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance medication adherence among Latino adults with type 2 diabetes by adapting a digital health tool that utilizes two-way SMS communication. The project addresses common barriers to adherence, such as language difficulties and misconceptions about diabetes medications. By leveraging mobile health technology, the study seeks to create a patient-centered intervention that is culturally relevant and effective in promoting better self-care practices. Participants will engage with the tool to receive reminders and support tailored to their needs.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved medication adherence and better health outcomes for Latino adults with diabetes.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that mobile health interventions can effectively improve medication adherence in various populations, indicating a promising approach for this study.
Where this research is happening
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Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Seiglie, Jacqueline Anne — Massachusetts General Hospital
- Study coordinator: Seiglie, Jacqueline Anne
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.