MobiHealth News August 28, 2020
Mallory Hackett

A new study found that technology-assisted self-monitoring led people with diabetes to a better understanding of the importance of making healthy choices.

Following a study looking into how adults living with Type 2 diabetes use technology to self-monitor lifestyle and health behaviors, researchers from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio found that technology-assisted self-monitoring was safe and effective in generating positive health outcomes.

The researchers noted several limitations to the study, but say the findings should be considered in future studies and in clinical practice. One limitation was that the participants were provided all necessary supplies, so the barrier of cost and access could not be assessed. Another is that the findings might not be generalizable...

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