Abstract
702-P: Culturally Tailored Educational Materials for Latino Adults Aimed at Increasing Awareness of Prediabetes and Fostering Enrollment in the National Diabetes Prevention Program
Diabetes (New York, N.Y.), Vol.74(Supplement_1)
06/20/2025
DOI: 10.2337/db25-702-P
Abstract
Introduction and Objective: Despite the widespread availability of the Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) at minimal to no out-of-pocket cost for adults with prediabetes, participation rates remain low, with less than 1 percent of eligible individuals enrolling. There is a lack of research focused on increasing awareness of prediabetes and fostering enrollment in the DPP, particularly within populations experiencing diabetes-related disparities. We developed educational materials in the form of a 16-page graphic novel for Latino adults, with the goal of integrating the materials into an intervention designed to bridge clinical care with community-based DPP providers. The objective was to gather feedback from Latino adults regarding the acceptability of the materials.
Methods: Two focus groups were conducted at a community site in Detroit, Michigan, one in English and the other in Spanish. The sessions were recorded and transcribed, and the Spanish-language transcript was translated into English. A qualitative descriptive approach was used for analysis.
Results: A total of 17 Latino adults participated in the focus groups, ranging in age from 19 to 75 years, with a mean age of 42 years. All participants self-identified as female and Latino. The majority (n=11) were born in the US, and over half (n=12) reported an educational attainment level of high-school diploma or less. Qualitative analysis identified four main themes: 1) navigating healthcare challenges, 2) promoting awareness and education, 3) cultivating community and connection, and 4) addressing cultural sensitivities.
Conclusion: The findings from this formative research highlight considerations for enhancing the educational materials for Latino adults. This research provides valuable insights into developing effective interventions to increase prediabetes awareness and enrollment in the DPP among this underserved population..
Details
- Title: Subtitle
- 702-P: Culturally Tailored Educational Materials for Latino Adults Aimed at Increasing Awareness of Prediabetes and Fostering Enrollment in the National Diabetes Prevention Program
- Creators
- JIMMY A. Reyes - Iowa Academy of ScienceWENXING WeiKEVIN Joiner - Iowa Academy of Science
- Resource Type
- Abstract
- Publication Details
- Diabetes (New York, N.Y.), Vol.74(Supplement_1)
- DOI
- 10.2337/db25-702-P
- ISSN
- 0012-1797
- eISSN
- 1939-327X
- Publisher
- AMER DIABETES ASSOC
- Language
- English
- Date published
- 06/20/2025
- Academic Unit
- Community and Behavioral Health
- Record Identifier
- 9984845054402771
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