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ArticlePrimary care diabetes2024

Assessment of diabetes self-care behaviors and knowledge among Marshallese adults with type 2 diabetes in the Republic of the Marshall Islands.

Jennifer A Andersen, Brett Rowland, Erin Gloster, Holly C Felix, Sheldon Riklon, Desiree Jenkins, Williamina Ioanna Bing, Philmar Mendoza Kabua, Jonell S Hudson, Dinesh Edem and 2 more

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Jennifer A AndersenCollege of Medicine, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Northwest, 2708 S. 48th St., Springdale, AR 72762, USA.
Brett RowlandOffice of Community Health and Research, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Northwest, 2708 S. 48th St., Springdale, AR 72762, USA.
Erin GlosterOffice of Community Health and Research, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Northwest, 2708 S. 48th St., Springdale, AR 72762, USA.
Holly C FelixFay W. Boozman College of Public Health, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 4301 W. Markham St., Little Rock, AR 72205, USA.
Sheldon RiklonCollege of Medicine, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Northwest, 2708 S. 48th St., Springdale, AR 72762, USA.
Desiree JenkinsOffice of Community Health and Research, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Northwest, 2708 S. 48th St., Springdale, AR 72762, USA.
Williamina Ioanna BingOffice of Community Health and Research, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Northwest, 2708 S. 48th St., Springdale, AR 72762, USA.
Philmar Mendoza KabuaCollege of Nursing, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Northwest, 1125 N. College Ave., Fayetteville, AR 72703, USA.
Jonell S HudsonCollege of Pharmacy, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Northwest, 1125 N. College Ave., Fayetteville, AR 72703, USA.
Dinesh EdemCollege of Medicine, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 4301 W. Markham St., Little Rock, AR 72205, USA.
Jack NiedenthalRepublic of the Marshall Islands Ministry of Health & Human Services, PO Box 16, Majuro, MH 96960, MH.
Pearl A McElfishCollege of Medicine, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences Northwest, 2708 S. 48th St., Springdale, AR 72762, USA. Electronic address: pamcelfish@uams.edu.

Funding

Expanding Translational Research in ArkansasU54TR001629 · NCATS · UNIV OF ARKANSAS FOR MED SCIS · PI JAMES, LAURA P · 2017 to 2017
$3.5M
Institutional Career DevelopmentKL2TR003108 · NCATS · UNIV OF ARKANSAS FOR MED SCIS · PI ARTHUR, JOHN M., BORSHEIM, ELISABET · 2019 to 2023
$2.3M
NCATS NIH HHS KL2 TR003108NCATS NIH HHS U54 TR001629
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

aimsThe aim of this study is to assess and document engagement in type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) self-care behaviors and self-reported diabetes knowledge among Marshallese adults living in the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI).

methodsThe study uses data from a T2DM health screening study completed in the RMI; survey and biometric data were captured as part of the health screenings. Study objectives were examined using descriptive statistics to describe the characteristics of the participants, their diabetes self-care behaviors, and their levels of self-reported diabetes knowledge.

resultsResults indicate many Marshallese diagnosed with T2DM did not engage in adequate self-care behaviors, including blood sugar checks and foot examinations. Participants reported having forgone needed medical care and medication due to issues with cost and/or access, and participants reported low levels of diabetes knowledge.

conclusionsThe results demonstrate the need for further work in improving engagement in diabetes self-care by Marshallese living in the RMI. Increased engagement in self-care and diabetes education programs may help Marshallese with T2DM to improve control of their glucose and avoid long-term health complications, as well as reduce costs to the healthcare system.

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Diabetes Mellitus, Type 2AdultHealth EducationHumansMicronesiaSelf CareSurveys and QuestionnairesDiabetes knowledgeMarshalleseRepublic of the Marshall IslandsSelf-care behaviorsType 2 diabetes

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PMID38040537
PMCPMC10922376

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