A Digital Boost for Diabetes Care in Brunei

Type 2 diabetes is a big problem worldwide, and Brunei is no exception. In 2016, nearly one in ten adults in Brunei had this condition. It is a major health issue, but it can be managed. When people take charge of their health, they can avoid serious problems and cut down on medical costs. Brunei has a tool called BruHealth. It is a mobile app that helps people keep track of their health. With BruHealth, users can see their health records, make doctor's appointments, and read about medical topics. Now, there is a new addition to BruHealth. It is a digital program designed to help people manage type 2 diabetes. This program is called the BALANCE program. The BALANCE program is part of a bigger effort to use digital tools for health. It is a 16-week program that focuses on lifestyle changes. The program has two parts. One part is for patients, and the other is for health coaches. The patient part is inside BruHealth. The coach part is separate. It is a portal for healthcare professionals. The goal of the BALANCE program is to see if digital tools can help people manage type 2 diabetes better. It is a big deal because it could change how diabetes is treated. If it works, it could be a game-changer for many people. But there are questions. Can a digital program really make a difference? Will people stick with it? And will it be better than traditional methods? These are the things the study wants to find out. It is a big step towards using technology to improve health.