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ea0029p573 | Diabetes | ICEECE2012

Empowering patients with diabetes: a qualitative study focusing on knowledge of self-care behaviors amongst asians in south florida

Imran T , Jauhari S , Chaudhry N , Bengali S , Huq Z , Uddin S , Uddin D , Jaffer A

Background: South Asians have a higher prevalence of diabetes and increased complications compared to other ethnic minorities, leading to poorer health outcomes. There is a lack of evidence about knowledge of diabetes self-care behaviors amongst this group. Having such knowledge is crucial in preventing complications and providing effective health services.Objectives: The aim of this study was to identify knowledge of self-care behaviors and factors comp...