Using texting to help Veterans manage diabetes better
Diabetes Disparities: Texting to Extend Treatment (DD-TXT)
This study is testing a helpful texting program called Annie to see if it can make managing diabetes easier for Veterans, especially those who are African-American, live in rural areas, or have low incomes, compared to regular education methods.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bedford, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11160430 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving diabetes management among vulnerable Veterans, particularly those who are African-American, rural, or have low income. It utilizes a texting intervention called Annie, which provides customizable and interactive self-management support tailored to individual needs and preferences. The study aims to compare the effectiveness of this texting approach against traditional education methods to enhance access to care and health outcomes for those with diabetes. By addressing the unique challenges faced by these Veterans, the research seeks to promote health equity and improve chronic disease self-management.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are Veterans with Type 2 Diabetes, particularly those who are African-American, rural, or have low income.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have diabetes or are not Veterans may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better diabetes management and improved health outcomes for vulnerable Veterans.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that technology-based interventions can effectively improve chronic disease management, indicating potential success for this approach.
Where this research is happening
Bedford, United States
- Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital — Bedford, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Shimada, Stephanie Leah — Edith Nourse Rogers Memorial Veterans Hospital
- Study coordinator: Shimada, Stephanie Leah
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.