Can a phone app tame type 2 diabetes? new study tests a digital dashboard
NCT ID NCT05451914
First seen Nov 14, 2025 · Last updated Jun 19, 2026 · Updated 26 times
Summary
This study tested a smartphone app called My Diabetes Care that uses simple graphics to help people with type 2 diabetes understand their health numbers (like blood sugar and cholesterol) and gives tips for self-care. 458 adults from two hospitals used the app or got usual care. The goal was to see if the app improves blood sugar control over time.
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Locations
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Brigham and Women's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, Tennessee, 37232, United States
What this could mean
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Active substance
My Diabetes Care (patient portal app with infographics and tailored self-care info)
What this could lead to
If it works, this app could help people with type 2 diabetes better understand their health data and improve blood sugar control.
What could go wrong
This is a completed pragmatic trial, but the app is just a tool – it may not lead to big improvements for everyone. Results depend on how much people use it.
Conditions
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