Pathways of Change
Vol. 13 No. s2 (2025): Pathways of Change, Part II
https://doi.org/10.4081/hls.2025.13514
Development of Android-based “Manis” application for diabetes mellitus management
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Received: 21 December 2024
Accepted: 31 March 2025
Published: 27 June 2025
Accepted: 31 March 2025
Published: 27 June 2025
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Management of diabetes mellitus (DM) requires innovative approaches to improve patient engagement. Android-based appli- cations have the potential to be effective tools for supporting diabetes management through the five pillars of management. This study employed a research and development approach, involving two groups of respondents: app users and a panel of experts. The survey involved 30 users who rated the app’s ease of use, performance, and visual appearance using a 5-point Likert scale. Additionally, a focus group discussion with an expert panel consisting of health professionals and application developers was con- ducted to evaluate the features and potential of the application. The data were analyzed descriptively. The results showed positive feedback from the users. A total of 76.67% of the users stated that the application was easy to use, and 83.33% rated the installation very easy. Navigation scored 80% with easy-to-find features, whereas 83.33% reported that the app ran smoothly. The visual aspect was appreciated, with 86.67% liking this design. The menu layout and content presentation obtained scores of 80% and 76.67%. The panel of experts rated key features, such as blood sugar monito- ring, with a score of 87-88%, but suggested improvements to the foot care guide. Android apps for DM management demonstrated positive results in terms of ease of use and visual design. Feature enhancements and tutorial additions are required to improve the user experience. Further research is needed to evaluate the impact of this application on diabetes management.
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Development of Android-based “Manis” application for diabetes mellitus management. (2025). Healthcare in Low-Resource Settings, 13(s2). https://doi.org/10.4081/hls.2025.13514
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