Authors: Xuanning Luo, Chuanlei Zheng & Qingfeng Wu
This meta-analysis looked at community-based programs for people with type 2 diabetes, including those led by non-healthcare workers or supported by peers. These programs improved blood sugar, cholesterol, triglycerides, and body weight, though they didn’t significantly change HDL or LDL levels. Professional-led programs were slightly more effective than non-professional ones, and peer support was less effective than no peer support. Despite low certainty of evidence, non-professional and peer-supported models can be useful alternatives where healthcare resources are limited.
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Resource Topic: Diabetes
Resource Type: Review
Year: 2025
Region: Asia
Country: China
Publisher May Restrict Access: No