Making prediabetes visible in primary health care: a qualitative study of health care professionals' perspectives.

ABSTRACT:

Background

People with prediabetes are at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes and its complications, such as cardiovascular diseases and premature mortality. Primary prevention and health maintenance are therefore imperative. Evidence has shown that prediabetes can be prevented or delayed with behavioural change, mainly in eating habits and physical activity. Interventions that use a person-centered approach can lead to improvements in self-management, quality of life, and health outcomes. Nevertheless, there is a need for further research that engages healthcare professionals and people with prediabetes in constructing and implementing preventive programs. The purpose of this study is to explore and describe how healthcare professionals perceive prediabetes, the current challe

SUBMITTER: Harcke K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10717089 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature