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Continuous Glucose Monitors (CGMs) for All: Studying the Impact of Expanding CGM Access
This non-blinded, non-randomized pre-post study will examine the impact of providing CGM sensors free of charge to adult patients of Fair Haven Community Health Care with poorly controlled type 2 diabetes on glycemic control and quality of life.
ClinicalTrials.gov IDNCT06658067
PhaseNA
Enrollment17
SponsorYale University
Age18 Years
SexALL
Conditions studied
Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus - Poor Control
About this study
This non-blinded, non-randomized pre-post study will examine the impact of providing CGM sensors free of charge to adult patients of Fair Haven Community Health Care with poorly controlled type 2 diabetes on glycemic control and quality of life.
Interventions
- Device: Continuous Glucose Monitor (CGM) — The first CGM sensor will be applied as directed during the first visit with a brief training by staff. Participant will be instructed to remove and replace the device every 14 days for the remainder of the 3-month trial period. Participant will also be instructed to scan the sensor three times daily. Compliance may be tracked via remote accessing of the blood glucose log on the online FreeStyle portal. CGM models used will include the Abbott FreeStyle Libre 2 and 3 and Dexcom G5, G6 and G7.
Primary outcomes
- Mean Illness Intrusiveness Ratings Scale score (IIRS) (Baseline, 12 weeks, 24 weeks)
- Mean Hemoglobin A1c concentration (Baseline, 12 weeks, 24 weeks)
Eligibility information
Inclusion Criteria:
* Provision of signed and dated informed consent form
* Stated willingness to comply with all study procedures and availability for the duration of the study
* Diagnosed with type 2 diabetes mellitus
* A1c greater than or equal to 8.0 within two weeks of the time of enrollment
* On insulin for at least one year +/- other antihyperglycemics
* Ability and willingness to wear CGM for 14-day periods throughout the trial period
* Ability and willingness to comply with provider-directed adjustments to medication regimen
* Inability to afford CGM sensors
A note on Vulnerable Populations: Many of FHCHC's patients are economically disadvantaged and of minority backgrounds; the clinic's patient base may be considered to constitute a vulnerable population. As such, recruitment and enrollment will be conducted within a vulnerable population. The nature of the study requires this, and the results are intended to directly benefit this population through the potential for improved glycemic control and quality of life.
Exclusion Criteria:
* Insulin naïve
* Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) in previous 6 months
* End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
* Contraindications to CGM use
* Active insurance plan that would provide enough of a subsidy for participant to feasibly purchase CGM sensors
* Pregnancy
Study locations
- Fair Haven Community Health Care (FHCHC), New Haven, Connecticut 06520 United States
Before you participate: Varda Clinical is an independent discovery tool, not the study sponsor or a medical provider. Eligibility can only be determined by the official study team. Discuss potential risks and benefits with a qualified healthcare professional.
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov. Record last refreshed by Varda Clinical: 2026-09-27.