Evaluating the implementation of HeLP-Diabetes within NHS services: Study protocol

Jamie Ross, Fiona Stevenson, Charlotte Dack, Carl May, Susan Michie, Steve Parrott, Elizabeth Murray

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Abstract

Self-management by people with type 2 diabetes is central to good health outcomes and the prevention of associated complications. Structured education to teach self-management is recommended by the National Institute for Heath and Clinical Excellence; however, only a small proportion of patients report being offered this education and even fewer attend. This study aims to evaluate the implementation of a new internet-based self-management intervention: HeLP-Diabetes (Healthy Living for People with type 2 Diabetes) within the National Health Service. Specific objectives are to a) determine the uptake and use of HeLP-Diabetes by services and patients; b) identify the factors which inhibit or facilitate use; c) identify the resources needed for effective implementation; d) explore possible effects of HeLP-Diabetes use on self-reported patient outcome measures.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)51
JournalBMC Health Services Research
Volume14
Early online date4 Feb 2014
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2014

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