DANA
Study title
Exploring engagement and implementation of a Digital package for eArly-oNset type 2 diAbetes: a mixed-methods study (DANA)
Background
The incidence and prevalence of early-onset type 2 diabetes (EOT2D) (diagnosed with type 2 diabetes before 40 years of age) is rising. Earlier diagnosis is associated with an increased risk of health complications and mental health problems. Despite this, there are no digital self-management programmes specifically designed for this population.
To address this, we developed a digital self-management education programme (MyDESMOND Connect) to meet the needs of young adults living with type 2 diabetes. We did this by working with people who have lived experience of EOT2D.
Study aims
The aims of this study are:
1. To assess the rates of engagement and retention, and test the impact of a tailored digital-based self-management education programme for people with EOT2D (MyDESMOND Connect).
2. To interview users and non-users of MyDESMOND Connect, and key stakeholders, to help develop a clear implementation strategy to support the integration of MyDESMOND Connect in the ‘real-world’ setting.
Study summary
This is a mixed-methods research study including a 12-month observational study study and a qualitative evaluation study.
Eligible participants are adults aged between 18-45 years who were diagnosed with type 2 diabetes before their 40th birthday, who have not used a MyDESMOND digital programme within the last 6 months.
Once participants have completed the registration process and accessed the MyDESMOND Connect programme, they can begin to use the programme as much as they like over a period of 2 years. The study involves no in-person visits. Instead, participants will be asked to provide health-related information at different time points over 12-months via a secure online website.
After 12-months, participants will have the opportunity to take part in an interview to explore how they found using MyDESMOND Connect. We will also interview a range of healthcare professionals and stakeholders involved in providing care for people with EOT2D to explore how MyDESMOND Connect can best be implemented within current NHS care pathways.
Study progress
This study is actively recruiting.
Funding and sponsorship
The University of Leicester is the Sponsor for this study. This research is funded by Diabetes UK. We are conducting the research at University Hospitals of Leicester in conjunction with the Leicester Diabetes Centre.
Study publications
None yet.
Data Protection
Research team
Chief Investigator: Dr Michelle Hadjiconstaniou
Principal Investigator: Professor Melanie Davis
Trial Manager: Lisa Moyes
For more information, please contact: uhl-tr.danastudy@nhs.net