Review
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Sarah Corathers, Desiree Wilford, Jessica Kichler, Laura Smith, Emma Ospelt, Saketh Rompicherla, Alissa Roberts, Priya Prahalad, Marina Basina, Cynthia Munoz, Osagie Ebekozien
Summary: The purpose of this article is to review the rationale for psychosocial assessment in diabetes care and strategies for its implementation. Recent survey data highlights the importance of psychosocial screening. Implementation of psychosocial screening involves identifying the population, selecting validated tools, determining frequency and mode of delivery, and ensuring that these processes are integrated into clinical workflows.
CURRENT DIABETES REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Emma Hanley Burden, Melissa Hart, Kirrilly Pursey, Peter P. Howley, Tenele A. Smith, Carmel E. Smart
Summary: This study investigated the adherence of Australasian paediatric T1D clinics to international guidelines on screening for disordered eating. Most clinics did not use specific screening tools, mainly relying on clinical interviews. Low reported rates of disordered eating suggest potential underdetection and missed opportunities for early intervention.
Article
Medicine, General & Internal
Lingwang An, Yanlei Wang, Chenxiang Cao, Tao Chen, Yonghong Zhang, Linhui Chen, Shuhong Ren, Manni Tang, Fenglian Ma, Xianglan Li, Shuang Yuan, Wenhui Zhao, Yaujiunn Lee, Jianzhong Xiao
Summary: This study evaluated ASCVD risk factors in type 2 diabetes patients from primary diabetes clinics in China and found low control rates, indicating a need for comprehensive intervention and management of ASCVD risk factors, with a focus on global management, weight loss, and smoking cessation.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Denny Anggoro Prakoso, Wahyudi Istiono, Yodi Mahendradhata, Merita Arini
Summary: This study investigates the acceptability and feasibility of tuberculosis-diabetes mellitus (TB-DM) screening implementation in private primary care clinics in Indonesia. The findings suggest that most private primary care clinics find TB screening in DM patients acceptable and feasible. The study also reveals that the majority of diabetes patients enthusiastically accept TB-DM screening services. Healthcare professionals demonstrate awareness of the intervention and a positive attitude despite some burden. However, the implementation is challenged by the stigma associated with COVID-19, TB stigma, lack of resources, and regulatory issues. Concealed and tiered screening are identified as potential methods to enhance TB-DM screening implementation.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Solomon A. Narh-Bana, Mary Kawonga, Esnat D. Chirwa, Latifat Ibisomi, Frank Bonsu, Tobias F. Chirwa
Summary: This study found that female providers, those with tertiary education, and clinicians were more likely to adhere to the guidelines, contributing to higher implementation fidelity of tuberculosis screening intervention among people living with HIV in Ghana.
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Kaitlyn E. Brodar, Eileen M. Davis, Courtney Lynn, Lolly Starr-Glass, Joyce H. L. Lui, Janine Sanchez, Alan M. Delamater
Summary: This study describes the implementation of a comprehensive psychosocial screening program in a pediatric diabetes clinic, with participants including 232 ethnically diverse adolescents with type 1 diabetes. Psychosocial concerns were common, and the screening program effectively identified adolescents in need of additional support.
PEDIATRIC DIABETES
(2021)
Article
Oncology
Janet A. Deatrick, Anne E. Kazak, Michele A. Scialla, Rebecca E. Madden, Glynnis A. McDonnell, Katherine Okonak, Lamia P. Barakat
Summary: This study highlights the importance of universal family psychosocial risk screening in childhood cancer care and identifies barriers and facilitators in achieving health equity and reducing disparities. The findings emphasize the opportunity to support health equity through personalized psychosocial care provided by universal screening.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
William B. B. Perkison, Serena A. A. Rodriguez, Fernanda Velasco-Huerta, Patenne D. D. Mathews, Catherine Pulicken, Sidra S. S. Beg, Natalia I. I. Heredia, Pierre Fwelo, Grace E. E. White, Belinda M. M. Reininger, John W. W. McWhorter, Roshanda Chenier, Maria E. E. Fernandez
Summary: Diabetes is a prevalent and preventable chronic health condition in the United States. The National Diabetes Prevention Program (National DPP) is an evidence-based program designed to reduce diabetes risk through intensive group counseling. However, there are barriers to the implementation of the program, including limited awareness, lack of clinical processes, and limited reimbursement incentives.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Chanita Tantipoj, Thaksaporn Sirichanyaphong, Jiratchaya Nuntachurat, Kriddichon Ruetaijetjaroen, Narin Hiransuthikul, Patr Pujarern, Pornpoj Fuangtharnthip, Siribang-on Piboonniyom Khovidhunkit
Summary: This study examines dentists' attitudes towards diabetes mellitus (DM) screening in dental clinics. The results showed that most dentists recognize the importance of DM screening, with patients' willingness being the main barrier. While a majority of dentists were willing to measure blood pressure and weight and height, few were willing to collect blood or perform salivary diagnostics. Additionally, only a small percentage of dentists were prepared to provide education or perform screening.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Article
Oncology
Alison Manikowski, Rebecca Williamson Lewis, Tonya Bennett, Heather Miller, Ann Mertens, Karen Wasilewski-Masker, Cam Escoffery, Jordan Gilleland Marchak
Summary: Leveraging EHR technology to provide evidence-based psychosocial screening can aid in successfully reaching a significant proportion of caregivers of pediatric oncology patients to identify and respond to ongoing psychosocial distress. With high reach and fidelity, EHR-integrated distress screening can help identify and respond to distress among pediatric oncology caregivers.
JCO ONCOLOGY PRACTICE
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Sharon Atkinson-Briggs, Alicia Jenkins, Anthony Keech, Christopher Ryan, Laima Brazionis
Summary: The study aims to improve diabetes management in Indigenous Australians by integrating nurse-led diabetes education and eye screening. Nurses will conduct retinal photography for diabetic retinopathy screening, administer lifestyle surveys, and provide personalized diabetes education. The study seeks to enhance adherence to eye screening recommendations, population screening coverage, health literacy, and diabetes self-care.
JOURNAL OF ADVANCED NURSING
(2021)
Article
Health Policy & Services
Jeff Bose, Rosie Zeno, Barbara Warren, Loraine T. Sinnott, Elizabeth A. Fitzgerald
Summary: The study implemented a practice-based depression screening project, which led to significant improvements in screening rates, diagnosis rates, and referral rates, indicating that this strategy is beneficial for early detection and management of adolescent depression.
JOURNAL OF PEDIATRIC HEALTH CARE
(2021)
Article
Endocrinology & Metabolism
Kaitlyn E. Brodar, Rafael Leite, Manuela Jaramillo, Daniella Marchetti, Eileen Davis, Janine Sanchez, Patrice G. Saab, Alan M. Delamater, Annette M. La Greca
Summary: This study explored the perspectives of adolescents with T1D and their caregivers on the role of mental health screening and intervention in diabetes care. The participants had positive experiences with the clinic's psychosocial screening procedures and valued meeting with the psychology team. They expressed a desire for more peer support opportunities and on-site therapeutic services.
PEDIATRIC DIABETES
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Joy Noel Baumgartner, Namakau Nyambe, Lavanya Vasudevan, Prisca Kasonde, Michael Welsh
Summary: People living with HIV on antiretroviral therapy are at risk of non-communicable diseases, but the evidence for integrating HIV and NCD care is limited. A study in Zambia found that only a small percentage of patients received appropriate screening and referral for diabetes, indicating the need for more comprehensive approaches in HIV-NCD integration.
Article
Health Care Sciences & Services
Ding-Chung Wu, Hong-Ling Lin, Chun-Gu Cheng, Chia-Peng Yu, Chun-An Cheng
Summary: Medical information exchange can reduce the length of stay over 48 hours in medical center EDs and improve early hospitalization rates for urgent patients in regional hospitals. The government should establish medical information exchange to enhance the quality of healthcare in emergency departments.
