Could a chat group boost diabetes care in seniors?
NCT ID NCT05637437
First seen Aug 07, 2026 · Last updated Aug 07, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a peer-supported self-care program can improve quality of life and diabetes management in adults aged 60 and older with type 2 diabetes. Participants in the intervention group will join weekly video calls with trained peer supporters and receive support via instant messaging for 8 weeks, while the control group receives usual care. The goal is to see if this digital, peer-based approach can help seniors better manage their diabetes and feel better overall.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Peer-supported diabetes self-care intervention (behavioral)
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this approach could offer a low-cost, scalable way to improve quality of life and diabetes control in older adults, potentially reducing complications and healthcare burden.
- What could go wrong
- The trial is relatively small (90 participants) and the intervention relies on digital communication, which may not suit all elderly individuals. Results may not generalize to broader populations or settings.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM)
Serdang, Selangor, 43400, Malaysia
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