Vol. 2006 No. 1 (2006)

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Mobile Apps in Chronic Disease Management among Urban Malawi Populations

Chisomo Chitando, Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR) Dhakia Dipevwo, Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR) Kasenene Khonje, Department of Pediatrics, Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18824717
Published: June 17, 2006

Abstract

Chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension are prevalent among urban populations in Malawi, where access to healthcare services is limited. A mixed-methods approach was employed, including surveys (n=500) and app usage data analysis (duration of use, frequency of check-ins). Mobile health apps were found to increase adherence to medication regimens by an average of 30% among diabetic patients compared to non-users. Mobile apps show promise in enhancing chronic disease management in urban Malawi populations, particularly for diabetes and hypertension. Healthcare providers should promote the use of mobile health apps as a complement to traditional care methods. Chronic diseases, Mobile Health Apps, Urban Malawi, User Engagement, Disease Management

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Chisomo Chitando, Dhakia Dipevwo, Kasenene Khonje (2006). Mobile Apps in Chronic Disease Management among Urban Malawi Populations. African Medical Laboratory Science, Vol. 2006 No. 1 (2006). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18824717

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