COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF MANAGEMENT MODELS FOR DIABETES PROGRAMS IN BRAZIL, THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA

• DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.1595925300110

• Palavras-chave: Diabetes Mellitus, Health Management, Health Policies.

• Keywords: Diabetes Mellitus, Health Management, Health Policies.

• Abstract:

  Diabetes Mellitus (DM) is a complex metabolic condition caused by different causes, characterized by a deficiency or inability of the body to use insulin properly. This study sought to compare the health systems of Brazil, Canada and the United States of America, focusing on health management, prevention of the disease studied, guidance and care for patients with DM. The study is presented as an integrative literature review, composed of scientific articles in electronic media on the VHL platform that were published between 2018 and 2023, in Portuguese and English, where the purpose is to collect and synthesize research results on a defined topic or question in a systematic and orderly manner that contributes to a better understanding of the subject under study. Data analysis enabled the classification of two (2) thematic categories, as follows: Category A: Telemedicine technology applied in the Unified Health System in the care of people with diabetes mellitus; and Category B: Scarcity of evidence and new technologies in the 3 countries surveyed. This study reinforces the importance of telemedicine as a valuable tool for overcoming access barriers and improving care in the context of diabetes mellitus in the SUS, as well as pointing out the urgent need for investment in research, continuing education and careful implementation of new technologies to improve the quality of life and health management of this population.