Implementation of a diabetes prevention program within two community sites: a qualitative assessment.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Despite numerous translations of diabetes prevention programs, implementation evaluations are rarely conducted. The purpose of this study was to examine the implementation process and multilevel contextual factors as an evidence-based diabetes prevention program was implemented into two local community organization sites to inform future scale-up. To build the science of implementation, context and strategies must be identified and explored to understand their impact.

Methods

The program was a brief-counseling diet and exercise modification program for individuals at risk of developing type 2 diabetes. A 1-year collaborative planning process with a local not-for-profit community organization co-developed an implementation plan to translate the program. A pragmatic

SUBMITTER: Dineen TE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8817168 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature