Summary:
In adults with type 2 diabetes in Indian primary healthcare settings, a mobile health intervention led by Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs) significantly improved diabetes screening, management, and follow-up rates compared to usual care without technology-enabled ASHA-led support, though it was associated with challenges related to technology adoption and occasional follow-up lapses.
| PICO | Description |
|---|---|
| Population | Adults with type 2 diabetes in resource-limited, peri-urban and rural primary health center (PHC) areas in India. |
| Intervention | ASHA-led mobile health intervention utilizing technology tools to enhance diabetes screening, education, and follow-up care. |
| Comparison | Routine primary health care diabetes management without technology-enabled task-shifting or ASHA involvement. |
| Outcome | Significant improvement in diabetes case detection, adherence to treatment protocols, and timely follow-ups. Intervention was feasible and acceptable but faced implementation challenges related to technology literacy and consistent patient engagement. |
Source: Abhinav Bassi, et al. “Preliminary effectiveness and feasibility of ASHA-led mobile health intervention for diabetes care in Indian primary health care settings.” Read article here.
