Intention to use short messaging services for promoting drug adherence among individuals with diabetes in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

The findings suggest the majority of individuals with diabetes have intention to use SMS reminders to enhance adherence. This result indicates the potential for utilization of SMS reminders to enhance adherence to diabetic medications. Furthermore, the findings highlight the importance of tailored interventions that take into account patient characteristics and preferences as factors that influence intention when designing such an intervention.

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PeerJ
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2024-11-13
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https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.18297
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Medication Adherence and Compliance
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Intention to use short messaging services for promoting drug adherence among individuals with diabetes in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Hanna Gulema, Solomon Getachew Alem
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Intention to use short messaging services for promoting drug adherence among individuals with diabetes in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Hanna Gulema, Solomon Getachew Alem
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Abstract

The findings suggest the majority of individuals with diabetes have intention to use SMS reminders to enhance adherence. This result indicates the potential for utilization of SMS reminders to enhance adherence to diabetic medications. Furthermore, the findings highlight the importance of tailored interventions that take into account patient characteristics and preferences as factors that influence intention when designing such an intervention.

PeerJVol. 12
Addis Continental Institute of Public Health (ET)
Openalex Percentile: Top 28%
Medication Adherence and Compliance
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