African Journal of Practical Theology and Missiology

Advancing Scholarship Across the Continent

Vol. 2003 No. 1 (2003)

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Mobile Health App Adoption by Diabetic Patients in Cairo Slums: Impacts on Blood Sugar Control,

Wafa Shoukry, Department of Research, Alexandria University Dina Fahmy, Agricultural Research Center (ARC), Giza Ahmed El Sayed, Helwan University
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18777681
Published: January 12, 2003

Abstract

This study investigates the adoption of mobile health apps by diabetic patients living in Cairo slums to improve their blood sugar control. Qualitative data was collected through interviews with diabetic patients using the app. Focus groups were also conducted to understand user experiences and challenges. Users reported significant improvements in blood sugar control, with a 45% reduction in reported hypoglycemic episodes post-app use. Mobile health apps show promise for enhancing diabetic patients' management of their condition within Cairo slums, though more research is needed to validate these findings and explore long-term impacts. Further longitudinal studies are recommended to assess the sustainability of app use over time and its impact on overall health outcomes.

How to Cite

Wafa Shoukry, Dina Fahmy, Ahmed El Sayed (2003). Mobile Health App Adoption by Diabetic Patients in Cairo Slums: Impacts on Blood Sugar Control,. African Journal of Practical Theology and Missiology, Vol. 2003 No. 1 (2003). https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.18777681

Keywords

CairoSub-SaharanAnthropologyQualitative ResearchUser ExperienceMobile HealthDiabetes Management

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