Diabetes registry initiative in Delta State Nigeria: narrative of the kick-off experience
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Article Title | Diabetes registry initiative in Delta State Nigeria: narrative of the kick-off experience |
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ERA Journal ID | 212889 |
Article Category | Article |
Authors | Igumbor, Eunice O., Agofure, Otovwe, Onyimi, Chukwuma, Bwititi, Phillip T. and Nwose, Ezekiel U. |
Journal Title | International Journal of Community Medicine and Public Health |
Journal Citation | 7 (1), p. 6 |
Number of Pages | 6 |
Year | 2019 |
Publisher | Medip Academy |
Place of Publication | India |
ISSN | 2394-6032 |
2394-6040 | |
Digital Object Identifier (DOI) | https://doi.org/10.18203/2394-6040.ijcmph20195831 |
Web Address (URL) | https://www.ijcmph.com/index.php/ijcmph/article/view/5583 |
Abstract | Background: This is parallel with the piece of work on behavioral change wheel of healthcare professionals. The objective is to assess how much standard diabetes care service that is available in the community-based health facility and the barriers to patients’ participation. Methods: This was based on free diabetes clinics, which constituted the beginning of the development of diabetes register series. Observational study and surveys were conduct to determine scope service available in the hospital and factors that influence participation of patients. Results: It is observed that lack of hospital consultants is the greatest ‘health system’ barrier faced by the individuals living with diabetes. Conclusions: There is a need for individuals living with diabetes to be educated on the importance of adherence to medical check-up appointments. The healthcare professionals and providers also need professional development on the importance of diabetes register in the management of patients. |
Keywords | Barriers to participation, Diabetes clinic, General practice |
Contains Sensitive Content | Does not contain sensitive content |
ANZSRC Field of Research 2020 | 420605. Preventative health care |
Byline Affiliations | Novena University, Nigeria |
Catholic Hospital Abbi, Australia | |
Charles Sturt University |
https://research.usq.edu.au/item/z1y22/diabetes-registry-initiative-in-delta-state-nigeria-narrative-of-the-kick-off-experience
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