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• Objective:

The objective of this ongoing study, titled "Evaluating gamified pediatric diabetes education," is to assess the investigate the potential of the fooyaD candidate, in enhancing T1D control and lifestyle behaviors in patients with Type 1 Diabetes, ultimately contributing to improved health and well-being. 

• Methodology:

This study will utilize a longitudinal randomized controlled trial (RCT) design with two arms: a treatment group using the fooyaD!™ mobile app video game and a control group receiving standard care. The study will involve a total of 80 participants, aged 6-12 years, with 40 participants in each arm. Recruitment will be conducted from the patient population served by the UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh (CHP).

• Desired Outcome Measures:

The primary outcome measures encompass alterations in glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) levels, insulin dose-adjusted HbA1c, glucose variability, time within the target glucose range, and trends in hypoglycemia patterns. Secondary outcome measures involve shifts in food consumption, food choices, physical activity levels, and T1D-specific knowledge among both participants and their parents. Game play patterns will be meticulously examined through the analysis of telemetry data.