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Mobile Apps in Chronic Disease Management among Urban Senegalese Populations: A Comparative Study

Mamadou Niang, Department of Clinical Research, Council for the Development of Social Science Research in Africa (CODESRIA), Dakar Sabrina Sène, Department of Public Health, Université Alioune Diop de Bambey (UADB) Saliou Mbaye, Department of Public Health, Cheikh Anta Diop University (UCAD), Dakar Amadou Diop, Université Alioune Diop de Bambey (UADB)
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18952643
Published: January 20, 2012

Abstract

Chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension are prevalent among urban populations in Senegal, necessitating effective management strategies. A mixed-methods approach combining surveys and interviews was employed. Data were collected from a sample size of 300 participants using mobile health app data logs and self-reported health metrics. Mobile apps showed an average usage frequency of 75% among study participants, with adherence to medication schedules improving by 20%, leading to a significant reduction in blood glucose levels (mean difference = -12.3 mmol/L; 95% CI: -18.6 to -6.0). Mobile health apps are effective tools for chronic disease management, particularly among urban Senegalese populations. Public health initiatives should promote the use of mobile health apps as part of comprehensive care strategies.

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Mamadou Niang, Sabrina Sène, Saliou Mbaye, Amadou Diop (2012). Mobile Apps in Chronic Disease Management among Urban Senegalese Populations: A Comparative Study. African Plant Nutrition (Agri/Plant Science), Vol. 2012 No. 1 (2012). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18952643

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African Health ServicesGeographic Information Systems (GIS)Mobile Technology Acceptance Model (MTAM)Participatory Action ResearchQuantitative AnalysisQualitative InquiryTelemedicine

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