Diabetes Education Through Faith Communities in Birmingham
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests whether faith-based organizations in Birmingham can effectively teach people with diabetes or prediabetes how to manage their condition better. If you have diabetes or prediabetes and have never taken a formal diabetes education class, this program might help you learn practical daily management skills.
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Who can take part
- You have been diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes, or prediabetes
- You are 18 years old or older
- You live in Jefferson County, Alabama (Birmingham area)
- You have never attended a formal diabetes self-management education program before
- You are willing to participate in education sessions offered through a faith-based community organization
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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