Assessing disparities in barriers to attending pediatric diabetes camp

2020 ◽  
Vol 33 (12) ◽  
pp. 1597-1600
Author(s):  
Gina E Ferrari ◽  
Jessica M Valenzuela ◽  
Risa M Wolf
Keyword(s):  
Diabetes Clinic ◽  
Prospective Survey ◽  
Pediatric Diabetes ◽  
Survey Results ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Convenience Sampling ◽  
High Level ◽  
Age Range ◽  
Diabetes Camp

AbstractObjectivesWhile the benefits of diabetes camp programs are well established, minority youth are underrepresented in camp attendance. No research to date has explored barriers to camp attendance or potential disparities in those barriers. Further, little is known about sources families prioritize in seeking diabetes information and support.MethodsThis was a prospective survey of families of children with type 1 diabetes (T1D) using convenience sampling during normally-scheduled clinic visits. Thirty-nine children and their caregivers completed the survey. Results were analyzed for prevalence and mean number of reported barriers, benefits, and diabetes information networks.ResultsAge range was 5–15 years and mean duration of diabetes was 2.9 years (0.4–9y). The most prevalent barriers were location, cost, and concern about sending children to overnight camp. Caregivers had high level of knowledge of camp benefits. Participants reported engaging with the diabetes community through interactions with their diabetes team, Facebook groups, and the JDRF.ConclusionIncreasing awareness, transportation assistance, and scholarship funding all may increase accessibility of diabetes camps. Diabetes clinic and online or social media groups are both acceptable means of disseminating information about diabetes camp. Further research is indicated to verify if these results are applicable to the larger diabetes community.

scholarly journals RECYCLING KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICE AMONG STUDENTS OF UNIVERSITI PENDIDIKAN SULTAN IDRIS

2021 ◽  
Vol 6 (25) ◽  
pp. 207-218
Author(s):  
Zullyadini A. Rahaman ◽  
Asyirah Abdul Rahim
Keyword(s):  
Bachelor's Degree ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
Campus Involvement ◽  
Educational Backgrounds ◽  
A Value ◽  
Institutions Of Higher Learning ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
High Level ◽  
Age Range ◽  
The Relationship

Students in institutions of higher learning are those who can be nurtured with sustainable lifestyle practices during their study period on campus. Involvement in eco-friendly programs and practices on campus will be brought into their next community. An individual’s goal or motivation is a value that can drive the change from knowledge into action. This study was conducted to identify the level of knowledge and level of recycling practices among students of Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI). The relationship between recycling knowledge and practices among 376 UPSI students was studied using a quantitative approach using SPSS analysis. The instrument construct used has a reliability value of α = 0.750. A total of 256 female respondents and 120 male respondents answered the questionnaire provided. The respondents of this study consisted of UPSI students in the age range of 18 to 26 years. In addition, respondents have different educational backgrounds namely diploma (21.5%), bachelor's degree (73.4%), and master's degree (5.1%). The results of the study found that UPSI students’ level of knowledge on recycling is high with an overall mean of 4.344. Based on the standard deviation and mean score, the majority of respondents have a high level of recycling practices with an overall mean of 4.145. However, the association between recycling knowledge and practices among UPSI students showed a weak correlation with a value of 0.141. In conclusion, although UPSI students have a high level of knowledge of recycling, it is not the driving factor for recycling practices. This situation indicates the need to change the implementation strategy of the recycling program on campus through emphasizing other aspects such as self-motivation and social motivation as well as universal values for lifelihood wellbeing.

scholarly journals Influence of the Type of Basal Insulin and Other Variables on Clinical Outcomes in Children with Newly Diagnosed Type 1 Diabetes

2014 ◽  
Vol 2014 ◽  
pp. 1-6
Author(s):  
Ruth M. Garrison ◽  
Jeremy L. Johnson ◽  
Michelle E. Condren ◽  
Kevin C. Farmer ◽  
David H. Jelley
Keyword(s):  
Type 1 Diabetes ◽  
Children And Adolescents ◽  
Basal Insulin ◽  
Retrospective Chart Review ◽  
Severe Hypoglycemia ◽  
First Year ◽  
Newly Diagnosed ◽  
Diabetes Clinic ◽  
Pediatric Diabetes

Background. Basal insulin detemir and glargine each have characteristics that may make them a superior choice in children and adolescents with type 1 diabetes, but there is a paucity of data on glycemic results in this population. Objective. Examination of variables associated with achievement of HbA1c goal in children and adolescents with newly diagnosed type 1 diabetes. Methods. The primary outcome, factors associated with achievement of HbA1c goal, was examined in a retrospective chart review. Variables, including type of basal insulin, were collected during the first year of diagnosis of patients in a pediatric diabetes clinic. Secondary outcomes included change in HbA1c, severe hypoglycemic events, and episodes of DKA. Results. 94 patients were included in the study. HbA1c at diagnosis was found to be a significant predictor of achievement of goal at 3 months (P=0.002) and of change in HbA1c at 3 and 12 months (P<0.001 for each). Severe hypoglycemia and episodes of DKA were uncommon. Conclusions. Choice of basal insulin was not found to be a predictor of achieving HbA1c goal or of change in HbA1c over the course of the first year of diagnosis with type 1 diabetes.

scholarly journals Social Image of Autism and the Need for Educational Research

2021 ◽  
Vol 35 (2) ◽  
pp. 175-184
Author(s):  
Maciej Cezary Wodziński ◽  
Paulina Gołaska-Ciesielska
Keyword(s):  
Autism Spectrum Disorders ◽  
Social Perception ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Autism Spectrum ◽  
Social Image ◽  
The Social ◽  
Survey Results ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
Spectrum Disorders ◽  
High Level

In this paper, we present the results of an online survey concerning the social perception of people with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). The analysis of the online survey conducted in Poland from March to May 2020, in which 355 Polish speaking respondents took part and which consisted of two parts: closed-ended questions and open-ended statements – shows that there is a cognitively interesting discrepancy between the relatively high level of knowledge declared by respondents and the more negative and stereotypical attitude towards people with ASD visible in the open-ended responses. Particularly noteworthy is the fact that relations between the respondents and neurotypical people are lined with fear, anxiety and insecurity. The survey results seem to unequivocally indicate the necessity for further educational projects that deepen knowledge and raise awareness of people with ASD.

scholarly journals The Level of Keratoconus Awareness among the Saudi Population in Riyadh

2021 ◽  
pp. 47-53
Author(s):  
Turad Alkadi ◽  
Shahad Alruwaili ◽  
Shahd Al Mahfud ◽  
Fahad Alomair
Keyword(s):  
Saudi Arabia ◽  
Online Survey ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
P Value ◽  
Saudi Population ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Study Population ◽  
Level Of Knowledge ◽  
High Level ◽  
Age Range

Aims: This study aims to reveal misconceptions about keratoconus, to assess the level of knowledge among Saudi nationals and to compare the level of awareness of keratoconus between affected and unaffected individuals. Methodology: A cross-sectional study was conducted through an online survey on a study population that consisted of Saudi nationals over the age of 18 from November until December 2020 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to assess the level of knowledge of keratoconus among the Saudi population. Results: Three hundred and ten responses were obtained, the age range of the participants was between 18 to 50 years oldof which 182 were females and 128 were males. Thirty percent of participants stated that they had acquired their knowledge of keratoconus from the internet, while 29% stated that they had no knowledge of keratoconus at all. The majority of the sample (38.4%) had a high level of knowledge about keratoconus, 31.3% had a moderate level of knowledge and 30.3% had a low level of knowledge. A significant correlation between the level of knowledge and the diagnosis of keratoconus was found, in which keratoconus patients had a higher level of knowledge (44.2%) (p value < .05). Moreover, males (60.1%) had a higher level of awareness compared to females (23.1%) (p value < .05). Age had no significant effect on the level of knowledge (p value > .05). Conclusion: The level of knowledge about keratoconus among the Saudi population in Riyadh is moderate to high. Keratoconus patients had a higher level of knowledge compared to unaffected participants. We recommend further assessment of the level of knowledge about keratoconus with a larger sample size in different provinces of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Communication frequency between visits is associated with improved glycemic control in pediatric diabetes

2020 ◽  
Vol 0 (0) ◽  
Author(s):  
Rohini Verma ◽  
Chrystal G. Thomas ◽  
Margaret West ◽  
Laura Prichett ◽  
Christine Glancey ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Glycemic Control ◽  
Insulin Dose ◽  
Retrospective Chart Review ◽  
Diabetes Clinic ◽  
Pediatric Diabetes ◽  
Communication Frequency ◽  
Diabetes Center ◽  
Electronic Messaging ◽  
Clinic Visits

AbstractObjectivesChildren with diabetes are advised to see their diabetes team every 3 months, with interim communication to address insulin dose adjustments. Despite increasing digital accessibility, there is limited data on whether provider–patient communication frequency is associated with glycemic control in pediatric diabetes. We assessed patterns of communication between diabetes clinic visits and whether communication frequency via electronic messaging (EM) and telephone was associated with glycemic control in pediatric diabetes.MethodsRetrospective chart review of 267 children with type 1 (T1DM) and type 2 diabetes (T2DM) over a 1-year period (July 2018–June 2019) at an urban academic pediatric diabetes center. Association between frequency of communication (via EM and telephone) and HbA1c was analyzed using regression analysis.ResultsOf 267 participants, 224 (84%) had T1DM, 43 (16%) had T2DM, mean age 11.6 years (SD 4), mean duration of diabetes 3.5 years (SD 3.4), and mean HbA1c 73.8 ± 23 mmol/mol (8.9 ± 2.2%). Most participants (82%) communicated with their diabetes team at least once per year, with a mean number of overall communications of 10.3 ± 13.6 times. Communications were via EM (48%), phone (40%), or both (53%). Participants with more frequent communication had lower HbA1c values (p=0.007), even when controlling for age, sex, provider, and number of clinic visits per year. We determined that a threshold of three communications per year was associated with a lower HbA1c (p=0.006).ConclusionsMore frequent communication with the diabetes team between visits is associated with improved glycemic control. Initiatives to contact diabetes patients between clinic visits may impact their overall glycemic control.

1209-P: A Quality Improvement Initiative to Increase Utilization of Continuous Glucose Monitors Results in Improved Glycemic Outcomes in a Pediatric Diabetes Clinic

Diabetes ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 69 (Supplement 1) ◽  
pp. 1209-P
Author(s):  
KATHRYN OBRYNBA ◽  
JUSTIN A. INDYK ◽  
KAJAL GANDHI ◽  
DON A. BUCKINGHAM ◽  
TRAVIS WELLS ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Improvement ◽  
Quality Improvement Initiative ◽  
Diabetes Clinic ◽  
Pediatric Diabetes ◽  
Continuous Glucose Monitors ◽  
Glycemic Outcomes

ATTITUDE TO OPEN ACCESS IN RUSSIAN SCHOLARLY COMMUNITY: 2018. SURVEY RESULTS AND ANALYSIS

2018 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 6-21 ◽  
Author(s):  
I. K. Razumova ◽  
N. N. Litvinova ◽  
M. E. Shvartsman ◽  
A. Yu. Kuznetsov
Keyword(s):  
Open Access ◽  
Open Access Publishing ◽  
Scholarly Community ◽  
Research Areas ◽  
Survey Results ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Policies And Programs ◽  
The Uk ◽  
High Level ◽  
Access Policies

Introduction. The paper presents survey results on the awareness towards and practice of Open Access scholarly publishing among Russian academics.Materials and Methods. We employed methods of statistical analysis of survey results. Materials comprise results of data processing of Russian survey conducted in 2018 and published results of the latest international surveys. The survey comprised 1383 respondents from 182 organizations. We performed comparative studies of the responses from academics and research institutions as well as different research areas. The study compares results obtained in Russia with the recently published results of surveys conducted in the United Kingdom and Europe.Results. Our findings show that 95% of Russian respondents support open access, 94% agree to post their publications in open repositories and 75% have experience in open access publishing. We did not find any difference in the awareness and attitude towards open access among seven reference groups. Our analysis revealed the difference in the structure of open access publications of the authors from universities and research institutes. Discussion andConclusions. Results reveal a high level of awareness and support to open access and succeful practice in the open access publications in the Russian scholarly community. The results for Russia demonstrate close similarity with the results of the UK academics. The governmental open access policies and programs would foster the practical realization of the open access in Russia.

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