Diabetes Self-Management Program for Type 2 Diabetes
(MenD 2 Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
The Michigan Men's Diabetes Project 2 (MenD 2) is an 18-month pilot randomized clinical trial. We are looking to recruit 60 Black men with type 2 diabetes (need to have diagnosis for at least 6 months) that are over the age of 21. Interested participants need to be under the care of a physician for their diabetes, have access to reliable transportation for study activities, and be willing to participate in 4 health assessments where they will get their A1C, blood pressure, height, and weight measured and they will complete a survey. All participants will receive 10 hours of diabetes self-management education with a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist. Participants randomized to the intervention arm will also be offered 6 months of monthly diabetes self-management support (DSMS) sessions with trained Peer Leaders who are also Black men with type 2 diabetes. After the 6 months of support, this group will transition into 6 months of ongoing support where they can continue DSMS and/or other diabetes related initiatives that are important to the group and chosen by the group. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, DSME and DSMS sessions will likely be held via Zoom, ongoing support sessions have potential to be in person. The 4 health assessments will take place at baseline, 3-months, 9-months, and 15-months.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications. It is best to discuss this with the trial coordinators or your doctor.
Is the Diabetes Self-Management Program safe for humans?
How is the Diabetes Self-Management Education treatment different from other treatments for type 2 diabetes?
Diabetes Self-Management Education is unique because it focuses on empowering patients to manage their own care through education, which can be delivered online, making it accessible and cost-effective. This approach is particularly beneficial for individuals with low literacy and numeracy skills, as it provides tailored support to help them understand and manage their condition effectively.56789
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Diabetes Self-Management Education, Peer Led Diabetes Self-Management Support for Type 2 Diabetes?
Who Is on the Research Team?
Jaclynn Hawkins, PhD
Principal Investigator
University of Michigan, School of Social Work
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
The Michigan Men's Diabetes Project 2 is seeking Black men over the age of 21 with type 2 diabetes diagnosed for at least six months. Participants must be under a doctor's care, have reliable transportation, and an A1c level of 8% or higher. They should be willing to attend group sessions and complete health assessments throughout the study.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Diabetes Self-Management Education (DSME)
All participants receive 10 hours of diabetes self-management education with a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist
Diabetes Self-Management Support (DSMS)
Participants in the intervention arm receive monthly diabetes self-management support sessions with trained Peer Leaders for 6 months
Ongoing Support
Participants in the intervention arm transition into 6 months of ongoing support where they can continue DSMS and/or other diabetes-related initiatives
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in health metrics such as A1C, blood pressure, and BMI at baseline, 3-months, 9-months, and 15-months
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- Diabetes Self-Management Education
- Peer Led Diabetes Self-Management Support
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
University of Michigan
Lead Sponsor