Understanding diabetes impacts in young people

DP20-001 Assessing the Burden of Diabetes By Type in Children, Adolescents and Young Adults (DiCAYA) - 2020

NIH-funded research Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago · NIH-10854699

This study is looking at how diabetes affects kids, teens, and young adults, and it wants to learn more about their experiences and challenges so that we can find better ways to help them manage their condition.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionLurie Children's Hospital of Chicago NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Chicago, United States)
Project IDNIH-10854699 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research investigates the burden of diabetes among children, adolescents, and young adults, focusing on how different types of diabetes affect this population. The study aims to gather data on the prevalence, management, and outcomes of diabetes in young individuals. By analyzing various factors related to diabetes, the research seeks to identify challenges faced by these patients and improve care strategies. Participants may be asked to provide information about their health and experiences with diabetes to help inform better treatment approaches.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children, adolescents, and young adults diagnosed with any type of diabetes.

Not a fit: Patients who are not diagnosed with diabetes or are outside the age range of children to young adults may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved understanding and management of diabetes in young patients, enhancing their quality of life.

How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in understanding diabetes impacts in various populations, suggesting that this approach could yield valuable insights.

Where this research is happening

Chicago, 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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