Evidence-based Intervention for Diabetes Prevention

Summary

The goal of this behavioral intervention trial is to develop strategies to decrease the incidence of diabetes within the UAE. The investigators will investigate the effectiveness of a group-based telehealth intervention facilitated by a health coach in adults at risk for developing diabetes who live in the UAE.

The investigators will conduct a single-arm feasibility trial of the Evidence-based Intervention for Diabetes prevention among thirty adults with prediabetes. All participants will receive 12 weekly virtual intervention sessions over the course of three months, facilitated by a trained DPP lifestyle coach who is from the same cultural community and can deliver the material in either Arabic or English.

The primary feasibility measure is acceptability, as measured by intervention session attendance. Other outcome assessments will be conducted at baseline and three months at NYU Abu Dhabi, where study staff will assess weight, hemoglobin A1c, diet, and physical activity.

Conditions

• Pre-diabetes
• Lifestyle Risk Reduction
• Diet Prevention of Metabolic Diseases

Interventions

BEHAVIORAL

Adapted diabetes prevention program

The intervention is based on the CDC Diabetes Prevention Program and has been adapted into a culturally appropriate intervention in an Arab context. The program has been condensed into 12 sessions with an additional session that addresses lifestyle factors during Ramadan. Each session covers a different topic related to diet, physical activity, sleep, and stress management. Additionally, the intervention includes written materials to help participants develop lifestyle goals and encourages them to seek social support. There are a series of 12 videos in Arabic and English that support the information delivered in the group sessions. In addition to the group sessions, participants will have access to the automated app and education materials.

BEHAVIORAL

App based support

This intervention will provide educational videos that have been culturally adapted to the Arab context and additional automated supports for lifestyle modification. Study participants will be provided with access to an app that they will be encouraged to engage with on a regular basis. The app will provide basic diet, physical activity, and lifestyle support to prevent diabetes. Participants will also be able to track activity, diet, and receive feedback on their personal weight, diet habits, and activity levels.

BEHAVIORAL

Patient education materials

Participants will be provided written or web-based diabetes prevention materials. These materials will provide basic tips on diet, physical activity and other lifestyle factors.

Sponsors & Collaborators

• New York University

  lead OTHER

Principal Investigators

• Jeannette Beasley, PhD · New York University

Study Design

Allocation

NA

Purpose

PREVENTION

Masking

NONE

Model

SINGLE_GROUP

Eligibility

Min Age

18 Years

Sex

ALL

Healthy Volunteers

No

Timeline & Regulatory

Start

2026-04-30

Primary Completion

2027-06-30

Completion

2027-08-31

Countries

• United Arab Emirates

Study Locations