New diabetes program helps hill tribe elders control blood sugar
NCT ID NCT07669389
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested a 6-week diabetes self-management program for ethnic minority elderly (aged 60+) in rural Thailand. The program included weekly group sessions on diet, exercise, medication, and emotional coping, plus two home visits. Researchers measured changes in blood sugar (HbA1c), self-management behaviors, and psychological distress after 12 weeks.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Diabetes Self-Management Education (DSME) Program
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could offer a low-cost, culturally tailored way to help ethnic minority elderly better manage their diabetes and reduce emotional distress.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 108 participants and a short 12-week follow-up. Results may not apply to other populations or settings, and long-term benefits are unknown.
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Locations
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Sub-district Health Promoting Hospitals (SDHPHs), Chiang Rai Province
Chiang Rai, Changwat Chiang Rai, 57100, Thailand