Program to improve diabetes self-management among university students
Impact of an Interventional Program on Self-Management Among Students With Diabetes in Assiut University
This study is testing a new program to help university students with diabetes manage their condition better and see if it improves their blood sugar levels compared to regular care.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 300 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Assiut University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Asyut) |
| Trial ID | NCT05763303 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of an interventional program designed to enhance diabetes self-management among students at Assiut University. The study will involve 300 diabetic students, divided into an intervention group receiving educational support and a control group receiving traditional care. Participants will complete questionnaires and undergo measurements of glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) and other health metrics at baseline, three months, and six months post-intervention. The goal is to identify barriers to effective self-management and assess the program's impact on glycemic control.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are university students diagnosed with either type I or type II diabetes.
Not a fit: Patients with severe disabilities or other health conditions that prevent them from participating in the program may not benefit.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve diabetes management and glycemic control for students with diabetes.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown positive outcomes with educational interventions for diabetes self-management, suggesting this approach may be effective.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: •Confirmed cases of diabetes mellitus (IDD" type I" \& NIDD "type II") among Assiut University students Exclusion Criteria: * Diabetic students with severe disability or handicapped * Diabetic students known to have another health problem make him un tolerable to do exercise such as cardiovascular disease, bronchial asthma * Diabetic students with speech and hearing difficulties.
Where this trial is running
Asyut
- faculty of medicine / Assiut university — Asyut, Egypt (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Ramadan Ai, Investigato
- Email: alidrrmadan@yahoo.com
- Phone: 01112586630
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.