High engagement in mobile peer support is associated with better glycemic control in type 1 diabetes: A real‐world study

Peer support for diabetes has become convenient and interactive after the emergence of mobile health (mHealth). We aimed to evaluate the association between engagement in peer support through the mHealth app and glycemic control in type 1 diabetes patients.

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