 The study found that comorbidities, physical exercise, polypharmacy, low social support, and non-adherence to dietary recommendations are associated with poor glycemic control among type 2 diabetic patients in southern Ethiopia. To improve glycemic control, it is important to provide adequate social support, encourage physical activity, reduce polypharmacy, and ensure proper management of comorbidities. This article was authored by Firewhite Died, Mesaret German, Tamara Shibiru, and others.