Overview of Knowledge of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Patients in Salo Village, Salo Community Health Center Work Area Salo District, Kampar Regency

Abstract

The advancement of time and changes in lifestyle have led to a global increase in the prevalence of non-communicable diseases, one of which is diabetes mellitus (DM). The risk of complications in DM patients is influenced by their knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors in controlling blood sugar levels. This study aims to determine the level of knowledge about Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM) among T2DM patients in Salo Village, Salo Public Health Center Working Area, Salo District, Kampar Regency. The research was conducted from August 23 to 25, 2024. This research employs a quantitative method with a descriptive design. Data were collected using a questionnaire. The sample consisted of 51 T2DM patients, recruited through total sampling. The results showed that 62.7% of respondents had low knowledge about T2DM, 72.5% were aged between 30-59 years, 51% had completed senior high school education, and 74.5% were female. It is recommended that health centers and relevant policymakers continue to promote health education, utilize technological advancements to enhance public knowledge about T2DM, and activate the role of families in improving patients' understanding of their disease.