Using continuous glucose monitoring to help older adults with diabetes
Building a Real-World Evidence Base for Continuous Glucose Monitoring in Older Adults with Diabetes
This study is looking at how using continuous glucose monitors can help older adults with diabetes manage their condition better and improve their overall well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Career grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11019774 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) can improve diabetes management for older adults, particularly those aged 65 and above. By analyzing healthcare data, the study aims to understand the real-world effectiveness of CGM in enhancing clinical outcomes and quality of life for this population. The research will also explore the economic implications of adopting CGM technology, ensuring that it is accessible and beneficial for older adults with diabetes and related health issues.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are older adults aged 65 and above who have diabetes and may benefit from advanced glucose monitoring technologies.
Not a fit: Patients under the age of 65 or those without diabetes may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved diabetes management and better health outcomes for older adults through the effective use of continuous glucose monitoring.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that technology-based approaches like CGM can significantly improve diabetes management, indicating a promising avenue for this study.
Where this research is happening
Chapel Hill, United States
- Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill — Chapel Hill, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Kahkoska, Anna Rachel — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Kahkoska, Anna Rachel
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 below.