5 goals for improved diabetes care

Five goals for improved diabetes care were identified from the global DAWN Study findings. The global relevance and importance of these were confirmed at the DAWN Summit. To improve the health and quality of life of people with diabetes we must:

• enhance the communication between people with diabetes and healthcare providers
• promote improved communication and co-ordination between healthcare providers
• promote effective self-management
• reduce the barriers to effective therapy
• improve psychological care for people with diabetes.