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Syed Wasif Gillani, Yelly Oktavia Sari, Syed Azhar Syed Sulaiman
1School of Pharmacy, Monash University Malaysia, PO box 46150, Bandar Sunway, Selangor, Malaysia. wasifgillani@gmail.om.
A home care program improved diabetes self-care practices and physical activity in Malaysian patients. However, dietary adherence remained a challenge, potentially due to cultural factors.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Public Health
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- Diabetes self-management is crucial for patient outcomes.
- Home care programs offer a platform for diabetes education and support.
- Understanding factors influencing self-care in diverse populations is essential.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a home care program on glucose tolerance and self-care practices among Malaysian diabetes patients.
- To identify factors influencing diabetes management within a community setting.
Main Methods:
- A 24-week longitudinal, quasi-experimental, single-blind, pre/post-test study design.
- 106 participants (53 cases, 53 focus group) were recruited.
- Assessed changes in HbA1c, self-care management, physical activity, and self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG).
Main Results:
- The focus group showed a significant reduction in HbA1c (1.1%) compared to the case group (0.06%).
- Self-care management practices significantly improved in the focus group (p≤0.001).
- Total physical activity increased significantly in the focus group (p=0.002), but dietary care remained problematic.
Conclusions:
- The home care program enhanced self-care practices and physical activity in Malaysian diabetes patients.
- Cultural and social habits may impede improvements in dietary care.
- Further interventions should address cultural nuances to optimize diabetes management.
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