Diabetes management: Self-management education and support program evaluations in Jeddah, KSA

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Cross-sectional evaluation of diabetes self-management education reveals knowledge gaps in patients, indicating a need for better support.

Knowledge gaps in diabetes management were found, with only 45% of participants aware of medication adjustments during illnesses.
Participants receiving intensive insulin showed a significant positive correlation between knowledge and self-care practices (p=0.002).
Engaging more frequently with healthcare providers was linked to higher scores in self-management, underscoring the importance of support.
The findings indicate a need for targeted education programs, especially for newly diagnosed patients to enhance self-care and health outcomes.

Alnahdi et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Cross-sectional evaluation of diabetes self-management education reveals knowledge gaps in patients, indicating a need for better support.