Prevalence, management, and factors influencing diabetes distress at the Volta Regional Hospital: A concurrent mixed methods study among patients and health professionals

Diabetes affects 537 million people worldwide, a figure projected to rise to 783 million by 2045. Beyond medical management, diabetes distress complicates patient outcomes, making comprehensive care essential. We investigated the prevalence and predictors of diabetes distress among diabetic patients at the Volta Regional Hospital, Hohoe.