The Primary Tech-Enhanced Care (PTEC) Programme helps patients to manage chronic conditions from the comfort of their home, with a simple-to-use kit.
PTEC for Diabetes
PTEC is expanding to provide telehealth support to patients with diabetes as well.
The Home Diabetes Monitoring Programme offers timely support to patients, to help them manage their condition better from home with the help of simple technology and tele-consultations with the polyclinics.
SHP-Punggol participated in a small trial alongside NHGP's Kallang and Sembawang Polyclinics and NUP's Jurong Polyclinic, with patients showing better control of their diabetes at the end of the programme. With the positive results shown, all SingHealth Polyclinics will be offering this programme by May 2025.
PTEC Home Diabetes Monitoring Programme at a glance
- MEASURE: Tracks your blood sugar closely
Patients are encouraged to measure their blood sugar at home at least once a week, with blood glucometer. The readings will be saved automatically in the Health Discovery+ app. Patients can view all past readings in a chart that tracks changes in their condition over time.
- SHARE: Share your blood sugar readings with polyclinics
These readings will be shared with the polyclinic automatically. The care team will monitor the blood sugar readings and contact the patient if the condition is not well-controlled or if there is a need to adjust the medications early.
- SUPPORT: Receive timely advice on managing your blood sugar levels
The Health Discovery+ app will provide patients with timely and interactive advice, helpful reminders, and notifications to equip them with knowledge to better control their diabetes. To help patients to save time and avoid additional trips to the polyclinic, the care team may also schedule a tele-consultation and provide clinical advice over the phone.
- BENEFITS: Reduce risk of heart disease, kidney problems and other serious health issues
Patients with uncontrolled diabetes, or blood sugar levels that are too high, would have a greater risk of heart diseases, kidney problems, and other serious health issues. Patients can better manage their diabetes and reduce these risks with medication, a balanced diet and exercise.
PTEC is here to support patients in making these lifestyle changes and tracking their progress toward better health.
Manage your health closer to home, with PTEC!
Getting Started
Eligibility criteria:
- Age 21-80 years old
- Singapore Citizen/Permanent Resident
- Diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes mellitus
- Able to self-monitor blood sugar levels
- Not pregnant
If you are interested in this programme, you can indicate your interest at this link, or approach your doctor or nurse during your usual polyclinic visit. Your care team will advise whether this programme is suitable for you.
