September 23, 2025

Healthcare utilization for diabetes and its associated factors: A survey study in Tehran, the capital of Iran

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Only 12.2% of participants used diabetes-related health services within two years, highlighting underutilization.
Financial problems and lack of service fees (80.9%) were major barriers for those not utilizing diabetes services.
Older age, higher education, and better socioeconomic status were significantly associated with increased utilization of diabetes services.
Strengthening diabetes education and healthcare policies may enhance service accessibility and effectiveness.

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Survey study reveals low healthcare utilization for diabetes in Tehran, suggesting socioeconomic and educational factors influence accessibility.

Mehri et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Survey study reveals low healthcare utilization for diabetes in Tehran, suggesting socioeconomic and educational factors influence accessibility.