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App cuts diabetes check-ups by up to 64% in Dutch hospitals

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App cuts diabetes check-ups by up to 64% in Dutch hospitals
A new app for gestational diabetes in Dutch hospitals has cut consultations with diabetes nurses by up to 64%. Introduced in March 2023, the program enables patients to submit blood sugar readings remotely, reducing the need for in-person visits.

Summary

A home monitoring program for gestational diabetes in Dutch hospitals has led to a reduction of 28 to 64 percent in consultations with diabetes nurses. The program, introduced in March 2023, allows patients to submit blood sugar readings via an app, resulting in fewer in-person appointments.

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