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Area of Science:

  • Endocrinology and Metabolic Diseases
  • Pediatric Endocrinology
  • Public Health and Health Services

Background:

  • Diabetes camps (DC) are common interventions for youth with diabetes.
  • Evidence on the comprehensive effectiveness of DCs remains debated.
  • Understanding factors influencing DC outcomes is crucial for optimizing their impact.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To systematically review and synthesize data on the effectiveness of diabetes camps (DC).
  • To identify key factors contributing to positive outcomes in DC participants.
  • To provide evidence-based recommendations for enhancing DC programming.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive literature review of peer-reviewed articles and conference abstracts.
  • Data synthesis from studies across all continents concerning diabetes camps.
  • Analysis focused on knowledge acquisition, psychosocial, and physiological changes.

Main Results:

  • Diabetes camps show variable effectiveness across different outcome measures.
  • Significant positive impacts are associated with increased participation frequency.
  • Post-camp educational support, trained staff, and programs fostering camper autonomy are critical for success.

Conclusions:

  • Diabetes camps can be effective, but outcomes are influenced by specific program elements.
  • Recommendations focus on enhancing program structure, staff qualifications, and continuity of care.
  • Optimizing these factors can amplify the potential benefits of diabetes camps for attendees.