Espírito-Santo, MargaridaNascimento, TâniaGomes, Eurico2021-07-132021-07-132021-04-28http://hdl.handle.net/10400.1/16769Diabetes mellitus (DM), presenting as a chronic metabolic pathology, is multifactorial and factors such as self-care can positively contribute to the glycemic control. Allied with patient’s behaviour, the knowledge about this disease may empower patient´s to achieve appropriate disease management including treatment adherence and avoidance of complications.engHealth literacyDiabetesSelf-careconference object