Internal factors related to self-management among type 2 diabetes patients during the COVID-19 pandemic as humanitarian emergencies: a scoping review protocol.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

The prevalence and mortality rates of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) are increasing, making it a significant public health concern. Effective self-management of T2DM requires external factors, such as medical interventions and social support, and internal factors, including self-efficacy. However, during humanitarian emergencies, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, healthcare system disruptions limit external factors, making internal factors even more critical. Nonetheless, existing reviews have primarily focused on external factors and clinical outcomes during the pandemic, with no comprehensive review examining internal factors. Therefore, this review aims to systematically synthesize evidence on the internal factors supporting T2DM self-management during the COVID-19 pa

SUBMITTER: Yamada R 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12755003 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature