Tracking diabetes in young adults aged 18-45 in Colorado

DP20-001 Surveillance of Diabetes in Young Adults between 18-45 Years of Age (DiCAYA) - Component B

NIH-funded research University of Colorado Denver · NIH-10866336

This study is looking at how common type 1 and type 2 diabetes is among young adults aged 18 to 45 in Colorado, using health records to better understand the trends and differences in diabetes cases, so we can improve prevention efforts for everyone.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUniversity of Colorado Denver NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Aurora, UNITED STATES)
Project IDNIH-10866336 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research focuses on monitoring the incidence and prevalence of type 1 and type 2 diabetes among young adults aged 18 to 45 years in Colorado. By utilizing existing electronic health records and a state-wide claims database, the project aims to gather timely data on diabetes cases, which will help identify health disparities and inform public health strategies. The goal is to enhance understanding of diabetes trends in this age group and improve prevention efforts. The research will also analyze data by various demographics, including age, sex, and race/ethnicity.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are young adults aged 18-45 who have been diagnosed with type 1 or type 2 diabetes.

Not a fit: Patients outside the age range of 18-45 or those without a diabetes diagnosis may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved prevention strategies and healthcare interventions for young adults with diabetes.

How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have successfully utilized electronic health records for diabetes surveillance, indicating that this approach is both viable and effective.

Where this research is happening

Aurora, 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.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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