The DAWN2 (second Diabetes, Attitudes, Wishes and Needs) study: Relevance to the UK

Article points 1. DAWN2TM was a multinational investigation of people with diabetes, family members of individuals with diabetes, and healthcare professionals, to assess potential barriers to, and facilitators of, active and successful diabetes management. 2. The DAWN 2 study results serve to document the existing state of affairs and help inform feasible strategies to achieve the goal of person-centred diabetes care, with active support and communication between various stakeholders. 3. The key action areas that can make a difference to diabetes care include improved communication between people with diabetes, their family and healthcare professionals, improved awareness of the need for psychological and psychosocial care, and better access to education programmes.