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Chulsik Kim - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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insulin dose titration system in diabetes patients using a short Messaging Service automatically produced by a knowledge matrix
Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, 2010Co-Authors: Chulsik Kim, So Young Park, Jun Goo Kang, Seong Jin Lee, Sung Hee Ihm, Moon Gi Choi, Hyung Joon YooAbstract:Abstract Background: We designed a system for diabetes patients treated with glargine, a long-acting insulin, to make an automatic adjustment of insulin dose based on glucose level data and to provide the patients with the needed insulin dose by using a short message Service (SMS). We also compared diabetes patients who used our system with patients who received the conventional titration scheme. Methods: Included were 100 type 2 diabetes patients whose blood glucose was suboptimally controlled on their previous antidiabetes treatment. Each participant was assigned to either the intervention or control group, each with 50 patients, using adaptive randomization. We applied our system to the intervention group for 12 weeks, whereas the control group received a conventional titration scheme, seeking a target fasting blood glucose of <120 mg/dL. Results: The fasting and postprandial glucose levels of the intervention group declined earlier than those of the control group. Lastly, a greater (P = 0.023) reducti...
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internet diabetic patient management using a short Messaging Service automatically produced by a knowledge matrix system
Diabetes Care, 2007Co-Authors: Chulsik Kim, Haijin Kim, Ji Sun Nam, Min Ho Cho, Jong Suk Park, Eun Seok Kang, Chul Woo Ahn, Bong Soo Cha, Eun Jig Lee, Sung Kil LimAbstract:Lifelong strict self-care is essential in the management of diabetes, along with easy access to the health care system (1–3). However, there is an evident limitation in fulfilling these conditions in the current health care system, which is oriented toward outpatient care (4–7). Thus, various strategies have been designed to improve the quality and efficiency of treating diabetic patients. Wireless technology is a worldwide communication system that allows a person to contact others anywhere at any time. Therefore, doctor-patient communication becomes possible anywhere with the use of this system (8). Currently, in civilized countries, nearly all adults and adolescences have their own cellular phones and use short message Services (SMSs) in their daily lives. Moreover, numerous people are using ultra-fast Internet Services at work or in the home. We designed an Internet-based diabetic patient management system using SMS that was automatically produced by a knowledge matrix. Subsequently, we compared biochemical profiles and clinical status between diabetic patients who used our system for 12 weeks and those who received the conventional outpatient management over the same time period. We developed a knowledge matrix containing information on proper diet and exercise for diabetic patients based on the Korea Staged Diabetes Management Guideline (Table 1). Moreover, with the technical assistance from ISU UBCare, we created a Web site program (http://yds.healthkorea.net) that was used to formulate appropriate messages through an automated algorithm. We also designed a device that had the dual function of a glucometer and a pedometer. By connecting this device to the …
Sung Kil Lim - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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internet diabetic patient management using a short Messaging Service automatically produced by a knowledge matrix system
Diabetes Care, 2007Co-Authors: Chulsik Kim, Haijin Kim, Ji Sun Nam, Min Ho Cho, Jong Suk Park, Eun Seok Kang, Chul Woo Ahn, Bong Soo Cha, Eun Jig Lee, Sung Kil LimAbstract:Lifelong strict self-care is essential in the management of diabetes, along with easy access to the health care system (1–3). However, there is an evident limitation in fulfilling these conditions in the current health care system, which is oriented toward outpatient care (4–7). Thus, various strategies have been designed to improve the quality and efficiency of treating diabetic patients. Wireless technology is a worldwide communication system that allows a person to contact others anywhere at any time. Therefore, doctor-patient communication becomes possible anywhere with the use of this system (8). Currently, in civilized countries, nearly all adults and adolescences have their own cellular phones and use short message Services (SMSs) in their daily lives. Moreover, numerous people are using ultra-fast Internet Services at work or in the home. We designed an Internet-based diabetic patient management system using SMS that was automatically produced by a knowledge matrix. Subsequently, we compared biochemical profiles and clinical status between diabetic patients who used our system for 12 weeks and those who received the conventional outpatient management over the same time period. We developed a knowledge matrix containing information on proper diet and exercise for diabetic patients based on the Korea Staged Diabetes Management Guideline (Table 1). Moreover, with the technical assistance from ISU UBCare, we created a Web site program (http://yds.healthkorea.net) that was used to formulate appropriate messages through an automated algorithm. We also designed a device that had the dual function of a glucometer and a pedometer. By connecting this device to the …
Paul J Chung - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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adolescents perspectives on the use of a text Messaging Service for preventive sexual health promotion
Journal of Adolescent Health, 2012Co-Authors: Raymond Perry, Karen C Kayekjian, Rebecca Braun, Michelle Cantu, Bhupendra Sheoran, Paul J ChungAbstract:Abstract Purpose To understand adolescents' perspectives on the use of a preventive sexual health text Messaging Service. Methods Twenty-six adolescents aged 15–20 years old were recruited from two teen clinics in Los Angeles County to participate in focus groups. Three focus groups were held. Discussions focused on the content of the weekly text messages sent by a Service called the Hookup, as well as the acceptability of using text Messaging to relay sexual health education to adolescents. Codes and themes were developed from transcripts using standard constant comparison methods. Results Participants enjoyed receiving weekly text messages related to sexual health. They linked their enjoyment to the message content being informative (providing relevant and new information), simple (automatically limited to small words and short phrases), and sociable (easily able to be shared with friends). Participants also pointed to the convenience and ubiquity of text Messaging and generally felt that cost of messages was not a concern. Most felt that text Messaging provided a sense of privacy for learning about sensitive health topics, although a few expressed concerns about stigma from peers' seeing the messages. Conclusions Teens may face several barriers to accessing reliable, useful, and age-appropriate information and Services for their health. The use of text Messaging is an innovative way to engage teens in preventive health learning and practices. Text Messaging may allow efficient delivery of health messages and may offer a discreet way for teens to learn important health information, especially for sensitive topics like sexual health.
Hyung Joon Yoo - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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insulin dose titration system in diabetes patients using a short Messaging Service automatically produced by a knowledge matrix
Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics, 2010Co-Authors: Chulsik Kim, So Young Park, Jun Goo Kang, Seong Jin Lee, Sung Hee Ihm, Moon Gi Choi, Hyung Joon YooAbstract:Abstract Background: We designed a system for diabetes patients treated with glargine, a long-acting insulin, to make an automatic adjustment of insulin dose based on glucose level data and to provide the patients with the needed insulin dose by using a short message Service (SMS). We also compared diabetes patients who used our system with patients who received the conventional titration scheme. Methods: Included were 100 type 2 diabetes patients whose blood glucose was suboptimally controlled on their previous antidiabetes treatment. Each participant was assigned to either the intervention or control group, each with 50 patients, using adaptive randomization. We applied our system to the intervention group for 12 weeks, whereas the control group received a conventional titration scheme, seeking a target fasting blood glucose of <120 mg/dL. Results: The fasting and postprandial glucose levels of the intervention group declined earlier than those of the control group. Lastly, a greater (P = 0.023) reducti...
Margaret Hellard - One of the best experts on this subject based on the ideXlab platform.
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impact of text and email Messaging on the sexual health of young people a randomised controlled trial
Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health, 2012Co-Authors: Megan S C Lim, Jane S Hocking, Campbell Aitken, Christopher K Fairley, Lynne Jordan, J Lewis, Margaret HellardAbstract:Objective To carry out a randomised controlled trial on the effect of a new method of health promotiond email and mobile phone text messages (short Messaging Service (SMS))don young people’s sexual health. Methods 994 people aged 16e29 were recruited at
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sms sti a review of the uses of mobile phone text Messaging in sexual health
International Journal of Std & Aids, 2008Co-Authors: Jane S Hocking, Margaret Hellard, Campbell AitkenAbstract:Short Messaging Service (SMS) (a.k.a. text Messaging) is a fast, low cost and popular mode of communication among young people, and these advantages can be used in a variety of ways in the field of sexual health. This paper reviews the current published and grey literature and discusses applications of SMS in sexual health and the evidence base for their effectiveness. Examples of uses of SMS in sexual health include: communication between sexual health clinics and patients, partner notification and contact tracing, contraception reminders and sexual health promotion and education. However, although SMS has been applied in many ways to improve sexual health and there is some evidence of its effectiveness, very few of the applications described in this article have been evaluated. As SMS is likely to become more and more commonly used for sexual health purposes, evaluation of its benefits and effectiveness is essential.
