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Nichol B, Haighton C, Wilson R, Rodrigues AM. Enhancing making every contact count (MECC) training and delivery for the third and social economy (TSE) sector: a strategic behavioural analysis. Psychol Health 2024:1-32. [PMID: 39086100 DOI: 10.1080/08870446.2024.2386289] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2023] [Revised: 07/03/2024] [Accepted: 07/24/2024] [Indexed: 08/02/2024]
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OBJECTIVE To enhance Making Every Contact Count (MECC, an opportunistic approach to health promotion), training in the Third and Social Economy (TSE, all groups and organisations primarily working towards social justice, outside of the government or household) by examining the degree to which the behavioural content of MECC training tackled significant factors influencing MECC delivery. METHODS AND MEASURES A strategic behavioural analysis design. Semi-structured interviews with service providers (n = 15) and users (n = 5) were coded for barriers and facilitators of MECC delivery using the Theoretical Domains Framework (TDF). Existing MECC training was coded for behaviour change techniques (BCTs) and intervention functions (IFs). The degree to which BCTs and IFs addressed the key TDF domains of influences on MECC delivery in the TSE were examined using prespecified tools. RESULTS Seven key TDF domains of influences in MECC delivery were identified. Overall, only 9/31 linked BCTs were utilised within MECC training, with percentage utilisation of relevant BCTs for each domain ranging from 0% to 66.7%. Training adequately addressed 2/7 key domains. CONCLUSION The TSE and healthcare share many common key TDF domains, although there are differences in how each are relevant. Limitations and recommendations for MECC training are discussed.
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- Beth Nichol
- Department of Social Work, Education, and Community Wellbeing, Northumbria University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- Department of Social Work, Education, and Community Wellbeing, Northumbria University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- Newcastle Business School, Northumbria University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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- Department of Psychology, Northumbria University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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Alonge O, Homsi M, Rizvi MS, Malykh R, Geffert K, Kasymova N, Tilenbaeva N, Isakova L, Kushubakova M, Mavlyanova D, Mamyrbaeva T, Duishenkulova M, Pinedo A, Andreeva O, Wickramasinghe K. Design and Implementation of Brief Interventions to Address Noncommunicable Diseases in Uzbekistan. GLOBAL HEALTH, SCIENCE AND PRACTICE 2024:GHSP-D-23-00443. [PMID: 38986583 DOI: 10.9745/ghsp-d-23-00443] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2023] [Accepted: 06/04/2024] [Indexed: 07/12/2024]
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In Uzbekistan, NCDs, including cardiovascular diseases, cancer, and diabetes, accounted for over 80% of mortality in 2019. In 2021, national stakeholders, in conjunction with the World Health Organization, identified brief interventions (BIs) to implement in primary health care settings to change unhealthy behaviors and reduce the burden of NCDs in the country. BIs consist of a validated set of questions to identify and measure NCD behavioral risk factors and a short conversation with patients/clients about their behavior, as well as the provision of a referral opportunity for further in-depth counseling or treatment if needed. We used a multimethod approach of document review, participatory workshops, and key informant interviews to describe how BIs were designed and implemented in Uzbekistan and generated a theory of change for its large-scale implementation. BIs in Uzbekistan targeted 4 risk factors (alcohol use, tobacco use, unhealthy diet, and physical inactivity) and entailed training clinicians on how to conduct behavioral change counseling using the 5As and 5Rs toolkit, conducting supportive supervision, and using feedback to improve service delivery. The program was collaboratively designed by multiple stakeholders across sectors, including the Ministries of Health, Higher Education, Science, and Innovations, with buy-in from key political leaders. The potential impact of the program (i.e., reducing the incidence of NCDs) was mediated by several intermediate and implementation outcomes at the individual, primary care, and community levels operating along multiple pathways. Significant health system challenges remain to the program, such as limited human resources, lack of incentives for clinicians, outdated systems and data collection processes for performance monitoring, and coordination among different relevant sectors. These and other challenges will need to be addressed to ensure the effective large-scale implementation of BIs in Uzbekistan and similar LMICs.
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- Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- World Health Organization Regional Office for Europe, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- World Health Organization Regional Office for Europe, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- Research Institute of Sanitation, Hygiene and Occupational Diseases, Ministry of Health of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Tashkent, Uzbekistan
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- Department of Disease Prevention and State Epidemiological Surveillance, Ministry of Health of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
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- Republican Center of Health Promotion and Mass Communication under Ministry of Health, Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
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- World Health Organization Regional Office for Europe, Copenhagen, Denmark
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- World Health Organization Regional Office for Europe, Copenhagen, Denmark
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Talbot A, Jebb SA, Foster C, Realpe AX, Wheatstone P, Buczacki S, Koutoukidis DA. Participants' perspectives of being recruited into a randomised trial of a weight loss intervention before colorectal cancer surgery: a qualitative interview study. BMC Cancer 2024; 24:802. [PMID: 38969979 PMCID: PMC11225294 DOI: 10.1186/s12885-024-12464-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/19/2024] [Accepted: 06/03/2024] [Indexed: 07/07/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND The period between cancer diagnosis and surgery presents an opportunity for trials to assess the feasibility of behaviour change interventions. However, this can be a worrying time for patients and may hinder recruitment. We describe the perspectives of patients with excess weight awaiting colorectal cancer surgery about their recruitment into a randomised trial of a prehabilitation weight loss intervention. METHODS We interviewed the first 26 participants from the 8 recruitment sites across England in the 'CARE' feasibility trial. Participants were randomised into either usual care (n = 13) or a low-energy nutritionally-replete total diet replacement programme with weekly remote behavioural support by a dietitian (n = 13). The semi-structured interviews occurred shortly after recruitment and the questions focused on participants' recollections of being recruited into the trial. We analysed data rapidly and then used a mind-mapping technique to develop descriptive themes. Themes were agreed by all co-authors, including a person with lived-experience of colorectal surgery. RESULTS Participants had a mean body mass index (± SD) of 38 kg/m2 (± 6), age of 50 years (± 12), and 42% were female. People who participated in the trial were motivated by the offer of structured weight loss support that could potentially help them improve their surgical outcomes. However, participants also had concerns around the potential unpalatability of the intervention diet and side effects. Positive attitudes of clinicians towards the trial facilitated recruitment but participants were disappointed when they were randomised to usual care due to clinical teams' overemphasis on the benefits of losing weight. CONCLUSIONS Patients were motivated to take part by the prospect of improved surgical outcomes. However, the strong preference to be allocated to the intervention suggests that balanced communication of equipoise is crucial to minimise disappointment from randomisation to usual care and differential dropout from the trial. CLINICAL TRIAL REGISTRATION ISRCTN39207707, Registration date 13/03/2023.
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- Amelia Talbot
- Nuffield Department of Primary Health Care Sciences, University of Oxford, Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Health Care Sciences, University of Oxford, Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG, UK
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- Centre for Psychosocial Research in Cancer, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Southampton, Southampton, SO17 1BJ, UK
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- NIHR Bristol Biomedical Research Centre, Department of Population Health, University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust, University of Bristol, Canynge Hall. 39 Whatley Road, Bristol, Bs8 2PS, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Surgical Sciences, University of Oxford, Old Road Campus Research Building, Roosevelt Drive, Oxford, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Health Care Sciences, University of Oxford, Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6GG, UK.
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Mitra M, Marino K, Vishnubala D, Pringle A, Nykjaer C. UK midwives delivering physical activity advice; what are the challenges and possible solutions? Front Sports Act Living 2024; 6:1369534. [PMID: 38887687 PMCID: PMC11180801 DOI: 10.3389/fspor.2024.1369534] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2024] [Accepted: 05/15/2024] [Indexed: 06/20/2024] Open
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Background Despite physical activity (PA) providing specific health benefits during pregnancy and the postpartum period, many women report decreased PA during this time. Provision of PA advice has been found to be lacking amongst midwives due to a range of barriers. This study aimed to evaluate United Kingdom's midwives' current role and knowledge regarding the provision of PA advice to pregnant and postpartum women and identify the barriers and potential solutions. Methods Ten UK midwives (mean work experience ± SD: 15.5 years ± 10.2) participated in semi-structured interviews between May and July 2023. Data were analysed using a deductive thematic approach following Braun and Clarke's six steps. Demographic data were collected by Microsoft Forms then summarised using Microsoft Excel. Results Six themes with 25 subthemes were identified as barriers and solutions in delivering PA advice. The role of midwives in providing PA advice during pregnancy; the role of midwives in providing PA advice postpartum; intrinsic barriers that limit PA advice provision (confidence, safety concerns, knowledge, and midwife's personal body habitus); extrinsic barriers that limit PA advice provision (lack of time, education, PA not a priority in care); solutions to allow midwives to promote PA (including formal PA education, and dissemination of resources); and optimising delivery of PA advice (personalized approach, interprofessional collaboration, and linking to mental health benefits). Discussion Midwives consider themselves ideally placed to provide PA advice to pregnant women, with many aware of the benefits PA provides. Despite this, there is a lack of PA advice provision and knowledge of PA guidelines. Postpartum PA advice appeared to be considered outside the remit of midwives, due to limited contact. Further research is needed to determine the current level of PA advice provision for pregnant and postpartum women and explore the role of other healthcare professionals involved in maternity care.
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- Marina Mitra
- Faculty of Biological Sciences, School of Biomedical Sciences, University of Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom
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- Faculty of Biological Sciences, School of Biomedical Sciences, University of Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom
- School of Public Health, Imperial College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Faculty of Biological Sciences, School of Biomedical Sciences, University of Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom
- Clinical Exercise and Rehabilitation Research Centre, School of Sport and Exercise Science, University of Derby, Derby, United Kingdom
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- Faculty of Biological Sciences, School of Biomedical Sciences, University of Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom
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Heath L, Ordóñez-Mena JM, Aveyard P, Wherton J, Nicholson BD, Stevens R. How has the COVID-19 pandemic affected the delivery of preventive healthcare? An interrupted time series analysis of adults in English primary care from 2018 to 2022. Prev Med 2024; 181:107923. [PMID: 38432306 DOI: 10.1016/j.ypmed.2024.107923] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/08/2023] [Revised: 02/14/2024] [Accepted: 02/28/2024] [Indexed: 03/05/2024]
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OBJECTIVE Offering advice and support for smoking, obesity, excess alcohol, and physical inactivity is an evidence-based component of primary care. The objective was to quantify the impact of the pandemic on the rate of advice or referral for these four risk factors. METHODS A retrospective cohort study using primary care data from 1847 practices in England and 21,191,389 patients contributing to the Oxford Clinical Informatics Digital Hub. An interrupted time series analysis was undertaken with a single change point (March 2020). Monthly trends were modelled from 1st January 2018 - 30th June 2022 using segmented linear regression. RESULTS There was an initial step reduction in advice and referrals for smoking, obesity, excess alcohol, and physical inactivity in March 2020. By June 2022, advice on smoking (slope change -0.02 events per hundred patient years/month (EPH/month); 95% confidence interval (CI) -0.17, 0.21), obesity (0.06 EPH/month; 95% CI 0.01, 0.12), alcohol (0.02 EPH/month; 95% CI -0.01, 0.05) and physical inactivity (0.05 EPH/month; 95% CI 0.01, 0.09) had not returned to pre-pandemic levels. Similarly, smoking cessation referral remained lower (0.01 EPH/month; 95% CI -0.01, 0.09), excess alcohol referral returned to similar levels (0.0005 EPH/month; 95% CI 0.0002, 0.0008), while referral for obesity (0.14 EPH/month; 95% CI 0.10, 0.19) and physical inactivity (0.01 EPH/month; 95% CI 0.01, 0.02) increased relative to pre-pandemic rates. CONCLUSION Advice and support for smoking, and advice for weight, excess alcohol and physical inactivity have not returned to pre-pandemic levels. Clinicians and policy makers should prioritise preventive care in COVID-19 recovery plans.
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- Laura Heath
- GP and Clinical Doctoral Fellow Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK.
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- Medical Statistician Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- GP and Professor of Behavioural Medicine Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Senior Researcher Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- GP and Associate Professor Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Associate Professor of Medical Statistics Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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Fong M, Kenny RPW, Thomson K, Jesurasa A, Lavans A, Patterson M, Sermin-Reed L, Nguyen G, Aquino MRJ, Cullen E, O'Keefe H, Moffat M, Heslehurst N. Effectiveness and implementation of lower-intensity weight management interventions delivered by the non-specialist workforce in postnatal women: a mixed-methods systematic review. Front Public Health 2024; 12:1359680. [PMID: 38605879 PMCID: PMC11008719 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2024.1359680] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/21/2023] [Accepted: 03/14/2024] [Indexed: 04/13/2024] Open
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Lower-intensity interventions delivered in primary and community care contacts could provide more equitable and scalable weight management support for postnatal women. This mixed-methods systematic review aimed to explore the effectiveness, implementation, and experiences of lower-intensity weight management support delivered by the non-specialist workforce. We included quantitative and qualitative studies of any design that evaluated a lower-intensity weight management intervention delivered by non-specialist workforce in women up to 5 years post-natal, and where intervention effectiveness (weight-related and/or behavioural outcomes), implementation and/or acceptability were reported. PRISMA guidelines were followed, and the review was prospectively registered on PROSPERO (CRD42022371828). Nine electronic databases were searched to identify literature published between database inception to January 2023. This was supplemented with grey literature searches and citation chaining for all included studies and related reviews (completed June 2023). Screening, data extraction and risk of bias assessments were performed in duplicate. Risk of bias was assessed using the Joanna Briggs Institute appraisal tools. Narrative methods were used to synthesise outcomes. Seven unique studies described in 11 reports were included from the Netherlands (n = 2), and the United Kingdom, Germany, Taiwan, Finland, and the United States (n = 1 each). All studies reported weight-related outcomes; four reported diet; four reported physical activity; four reported intervention implementation and process outcomes; and two reported intervention acceptability and experiences. The longest follow-up was 13-months postnatal. Interventions had mixed effects on weight-related outcomes: three studies reported greater weight reduction and/or lower postnatal weight retention in the intervention group, whereas four found no difference or mixed effects. Most studies reporting physical activity or diet outcomes showed no intervention effect, or mixed effects. Interventions were generally perceived as acceptable by women and care providers, although providers had concerns about translation into routine practice. The main limitations of the review were the limited volume of evidence available, and significant heterogeneity in interventions and outcome reporting which limited meaningful comparisons across studies. There is a need for more intervention studies, including process evaluations, with longer follow-up in the postnatal period to understand the role of primary and community care in supporting women's weight management. Public Health Wales was the primary funder of this review.
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- Mackenzie Fong
- Population Health Sciences Institute, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Newcastle University, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
- NIHR Applied Research Collaboration (ARC) North East and North Cumbria, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
- Fuse, The Centre for Translational Research in Public Health, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
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- Population Health Sciences Institute, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Newcastle University, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
- NIHR Innovation Observatory, Newcastle University, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
- Evidence Synthesis Group, Newcastle University, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
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- Population Health Sciences Institute, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Newcastle University, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
- NIHR Applied Research Collaboration (ARC) North East and North Cumbria, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
- Fuse, The Centre for Translational Research in Public Health, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
- NIHR Innovation Observatory, Newcastle University, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
- Evidence Synthesis Group, Newcastle University, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
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- Primary Care Division, Public Health Wales, Cardiff, United Kingdom
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- Primary Care Division, Public Health Wales, Cardiff, United Kingdom
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- Population Health Sciences Institute, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Newcastle University, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
- NIHR Applied Research Collaboration (ARC) North East and North Cumbria, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
- Fuse, The Centre for Translational Research in Public Health, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
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- Population Health Sciences Institute, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Newcastle University, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
- NIHR Applied Research Collaboration (ARC) North East and North Cumbria, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
- Fuse, The Centre for Translational Research in Public Health, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
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- Population Health Sciences Institute, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Newcastle University, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
- Fuse, The Centre for Translational Research in Public Health, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
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- Population Health Sciences Institute, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Newcastle University, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
- Fuse, The Centre for Translational Research in Public Health, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
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- Population Health Sciences Institute, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Newcastle University, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
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- Population Health Sciences Institute, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Newcastle University, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
- NIHR Innovation Observatory, Newcastle University, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
- Evidence Synthesis Group, Newcastle University, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
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- Population Health Sciences Institute, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Newcastle University, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
- Fuse, The Centre for Translational Research in Public Health, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
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- Population Health Sciences Institute, Faculty of Medical Sciences, Newcastle University, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
- Fuse, The Centre for Translational Research in Public Health, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom
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Bates S, Breeze P, Thomas C, Jackson C, Church O, Brennan A. Cross-model validation of public health microsimulation models; comparing two models on estimated effects of a weight management intervention. BMC Public Health 2024; 24:764. [PMID: 38475796 DOI: 10.1186/s12889-024-18134-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/20/2023] [Accepted: 02/17/2024] [Indexed: 03/14/2024] Open
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BACKGROUND Health economic modelling indicates that referral to a behavioural weight management programme is cost saving and generates QALY gains compared with a brief intervention. The aim of this study was to conduct a cross-model validation comparing outcomes from this cost-effectiveness analysis to those of a comparator model, to understand how differences in model structure contribute to outcomes. METHODS The outcomes produced by two models, the School for Public Health Research diabetes prevention (SPHR) and Health Checks (HC) models, were compared for three weight-management programme strategies; Weight Watchers (WW) for 12 weeks, WW for 52 weeks, and a brief intervention, and a simulated no intervention scenario. Model inputs were standardised, and iterative adjustments were made to each model to identify drivers of differences in key outcomes. RESULTS The total QALYs estimated by the HC model were higher in all treatment groups than those estimated by the SPHR model, and there was a large difference in incremental QALYs between the models. SPHR simulated greater QALY gains for 12-week WW and 52-week WW relative to the Brief Intervention. Comparisons across socioeconomic groups found a stronger socioeconomic gradient in the SPHR model. Removing the impact of treatment on HbA1c from the SPHR model, running both models only with the conditions that the models have in common and, to a lesser extent, changing the data used to estimate risk factor trajectories, resulted in more consistent model outcomes. CONCLUSIONS The key driver of difference between the models was the inclusion of extra evidence-based detail in SPHR on the impacts of treatments on HbA1c. The conclusions were less sensitive to the dataset used to inform the risk factor trajectories. These findings strengthen the original cost-effectiveness analyses of the weight management interventions and provide an increased understanding of what is structurally important in the models.
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Tremblett M, Poon AYX, Aveyard P, Albury C. What advice do general practitioners give to people living with obesity to lose weight? A qualitative content analysis of recorded interactions. Fam Pract 2023; 40:789-795. [PMID: 36510443 PMCID: PMC10745272 DOI: 10.1093/fampra/cmac137] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Guidelines recommend general practitioners (GPs) take every opportunity to talk to people living with obesity about their weight, and evidence shows even very brief advice is associated with weight loss. However, little is known about what GPs say when giving brief behavioural advice, and if it reflects evidence-based recommendations for people living with obesity. To understand what behavioural advice GPs give, we categorized the content and delivery of GPs' advice during brief interventions. METHODS Qualitative content analysis was applied to 159 audio recordings of consultations from the Brief Interventions for Weight Loss (BWeL) trial, where GPs gave brief weight-loss advice to patients with a body mass index ≥30 kg/m2 (or ≥25 kg/m2 if Asian) in 137 UK surgeries. Similar content was grouped into descriptive clusters. RESULTS The results comprised 4 clusters, illuminating different aspects of the advice given: (i) Content of diet and physical activity advice, showing this was highly varied; (ii) Content of "implementation tips" given to support changes, e.g. using smaller plates; (iii) Content of signposting support, either towards further clinician support, or other resources, e.g. information booklets; (iv) Style of advice delivery, showing GPs rarely gave personalized advice, or reasons for their advice. CONCLUSIONS AND IMPLICATIONS Weight-loss advice from GPs to patients with obesity rarely included effective methods, mostly communicating a general "eat less, do more" approach. Advice was mostly generic, and rarely tailored to patients' existing knowledge and behaviours. Effectiveness of brief weight-loss advice could be improved if GPs were given clearer guidance on evidence-based recommendations.
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- Madeleine Tremblett
- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom
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- Medical Sciences, Faculty of Biology, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, United Kingdom
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom
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Spreckley M, de Lange J, Seidell J, Halberstadt J. Primary care-led weight-management intervention: qualitative insights into patient experiences at two-year follow-up. Int J Qual Stud Health Well-being 2023; 18:2276576. [PMID: 38016037 PMCID: PMC11007633 DOI: 10.1080/17482631.2023.2276576] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/18/2023] [Accepted: 10/25/2023] [Indexed: 11/30/2023] Open
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PURPOSE The prevalence of overweight and obesity is continuously increasing globally and long-term weight loss intervention outcomes remain disappointing. To determine which behavioural intervention approaches improve the probability of achieving long-term weight loss, this two-year follow-up study aimed to identify distinct factors and strategies for successful long-term weight loss maintenance. METHODS A cohort of 20 participants with overweight and obesity from a primary-care led weight management programme with diverse backgrounds was interviewed at baseline, after 1 and 2 years, and asked to do quantitative self-description. This study focused on the 2-year follow-up interviews from this study series. RESULTS We found that agile, continuous self-monitoring with personalized, sustainable lifestyle habits correlated with positive outcomes. Participants reported health benefits, maintained weight loss, and found motivation in supportive peer networks. Challenges like anxiety, disappointment, and disruptions derailed progress. Long-term success relied on a strong support system of healthcare professionals, friends, and family. CONCLUSIONS The findings of this study series highlight the intricate nature of long-term weight loss maintenance. This study corroborates the persistence of overarching themes while highlighting the individual variability in their relative importance. Findings emphasize the importance of long-term support to effectively address the diverse needs of patients trying to achieve long-term weight loss maintenance.
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- Marie Spreckley
- Department of Health Sciences, Faculty of Science, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, London, UK
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- Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Maynard MJ, Orighoye O, Apekey T, Simpson E, van Dijk M, Atherton E, Blackshaw J, Ells L. Improving adult behavioural weight management services for diverse UK Black Caribbean and Black African ethnic groups: a qualitative study of insights from potential service users and service providers. Front Public Health 2023; 11:1239668. [PMID: 38074747 PMCID: PMC10701265 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2023.1239668] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2023] [Accepted: 11/08/2023] [Indexed: 12/18/2023] Open
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Background A significantly higher proportion of UK Black ethnic adults live with overweight or obesity, compared to their White British counterparts. The role of obesity in excess infection rates and mortality from COVID-19 has increased the need to understand if weight management interventions are appropriate and effective for Black ethnic groups. There is a paucity of existing research on weight management services in Black populations, and whether anticipated or experienced institutional and interpersonal racism in the healthcare and more widely affects engagement in these services. Understanding the lived experience of target populations and views of service providers delivering programmes is essential for timely service improvement. Methods A qualitative study using semi-structured interviews was conducted in June-October 2021 among 18 Black African and Black Caribbean men and women interested in losing weight and 10 weight management service providers. Results The results highlighted a positive view of life in the United Kingdom (UK), whether born in the UK or born abroad, but one which was marred by racism. Weight gain was attributed by participants to unhealthy behaviours and the environment, with improving appearance and preventing ill health key motivators for weight loss. Participants relied on self-help to address their overweight, with the role of primary care in weight management contested as a source of support. Anticipated or previously experienced racism in the health care system and more widely, accounted for some of the lack of engagement with services. Participants and service providers agreed on the lack of relevance of existing services to Black populations, including limited culturally tailored resources. Community based, ethnically matched, and flexibly delivered weight management services were suggested as ideal, and could form the basis of a set of recommendations for research and practice. Conclusion Cultural tailoring of existing services and new programmes, and cultural competency training are needed. These actions are required within systemic changes, such as interventions to address discrimination. Our qualitative insights form the basis for advancing further work and research to improve existing services to address the weight-related inequality faced by UK Black ethnic groups.
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- Maria J. Maynard
- School of Health, Leeds Beckett University, Leeds, United Kingdom
- Obesity Institute, Leeds Beckett University, Leeds, United Kingdom
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- Bradford Institute for Health Research, University of Bradford, Bradford, United Kingdom
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- School of Health and Related Research, University of Sheffield, Sheffield, United Kingdom
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- School of Health, Leeds Beckett University, Leeds, United Kingdom
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- Office for Health Improvement and Disparities, Department of Health and Social Care, London, United Kingdom
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- Office for Health Improvement and Disparities, Department of Health and Social Care, London, United Kingdom
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- Office for Health Improvement and Disparities, Department of Health and Social Care, London, United Kingdom
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- School of Health, Leeds Beckett University, Leeds, United Kingdom
- Obesity Institute, Leeds Beckett University, Leeds, United Kingdom
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Albury C, Webb H, Stokoe E, Ziebland S, Koshiaris C, Lee JJ, Aveyard P. Relationship Between Clinician Language and the Success of Behavioral Weight Loss Interventions : A Mixed-Methods Cohort Study. Ann Intern Med 2023; 176:1437-1447. [PMID: 37931269 DOI: 10.7326/m22-2360] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/08/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND International guidelines recommend that primary care clinicians recognize obesity and offer treatment opportunistically, but there is little evidence on how clinicians can discuss weight and offer treatment in ways that are well received and effective. OBJECTIVE To examine relationships between language used in the clinical visit and patient weight loss. DESIGN Mixed-methods cohort study. SETTING 38 primary care clinics in England participating in the Brief Intervention for Weight Loss trial. PARTICIPANTS 246 patients with obesity seen by 87 general practitioners randomly sampled from the intervention group of the randomized clinical trial. MEASUREMENTS Conversation analysis of recorded discussions between 246 patients with obesity and 87 clinicians regarding referral to a 12-week behavioral weight management program offered as part of the randomized clinical trial. Clinicians' interactional approaches were identified and their association with patient weight loss at 12 months (primary outcome) was examined. Secondary outcomes included patients' agreement to attend weight management, attendance, loss of 5% body weight, actions taken to lose weight, and postvisit satisfaction. RESULTS Three interactional approaches were identified on the basis of clinicians' linguistic and paralinguistic practices: creating a sense of referrals as "good news" related to the opportunity of the referral (n = 62); "bad news," focusing on the harms of obesity (n = 82); or neutral (n = 102). Outcome data were missing from 57 participants, so weighted analyses were done to adjust for missingness. Relative to neutral news, good news was associated with increased agreement to attend the program (adjusted risk difference, 0.25 [95% CI, 0.15 to 0.35]), increased attendance (adjusted risk difference, 0.45 [CI, 0.34 to 0.56]), and weight change (adjusted difference, -3.60 [CI, -6.58 to -0.62]). There was no evidence of differences in mean weight change comparing bad and neutral news, and no evidence of differences in patient satisfaction across all 3 approaches. LIMITATIONS Data were audio only, so body language and nonverbal cues could not be assessed. There is potential for selection bias and residual confounding. CONCLUSION When raising the topic of excess weight in clinical visits, presenting weight loss treatment as a positive opportunity is associated with greater uptake of treatment and greater weight loss. PRIMARY FUNDING SOURCE National Institute for Health and Care Research School for Primary Care Research and the Foundation for the Sociology of Health and Illness.
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- Charlotte Albury
- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom (C.A., S.Z., C.K., J.J.L., P.A.)
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- School of Computer Science, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, United Kingdom (H.W.)
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- Department of Psychological and Behavioural Sciences, London School of Economics and Political Science, London, United Kingdom (E.S.)
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom (C.A., S.Z., C.K., J.J.L., P.A.)
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom (C.A., S.Z., C.K., J.J.L., P.A.)
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom (C.A., S.Z., C.K., J.J.L., P.A.)
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom (C.A., S.Z., C.K., J.J.L., P.A.)
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Tremblett M, Webb H, Ziebland S, Stokoe E, Aveyard P, Albury C. The Basis of Patient Resistance to Opportunistic Discussions About Weight in Primary Care. HEALTH COMMUNICATION 2023:1-13. [PMID: 37904324 DOI: 10.1080/10410236.2023.2266622] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/01/2023]
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Clinicians expect that talking to patients with obesity about potential/future weight loss will be a difficult conversation, especially if it is not the reason that a patient is seeking medical help. Despite this expectation, many governments ask clinicians to take every opportunity to talk to patients about weight to help manage increasing levels of obesity. Although this is recommended, little is known about what happens in consultations when clinicians opportunistically talk to patients about weight, and if the anticipated difficulties are reality. This paper examines displays of explicit patient resistance following opportunistic weight-loss conversations initiated by GPs. We analyzed audio recordings and transcribed them for conversation analysis. We focused on the precursors of explicit resistance displays during opportunistic weight loss discussions, the format of the resistance, and the ways it was managed by GPs. We found relatively few instances of explicit resistance displays. When it did occur, rather than be related to the opportunistic nature of the advice, or the topic of weight itself, resistance was nuanced and associated to the sensitivity of the GPs managing unknown patient levels of awareness of weight loss benefits, or prior efforts to lose weight. Clinicians tended not to challenge this resistance from patients, and we suggest this tactic may be acceptable to patients and help foster the long-term collaborative relationships needed to tackle obesity. Data are in British English.
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- Madeleine Tremblett
- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford
- School of Social Sciences, University of the West of England
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- School of Computer Science, University of Nottingham
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford
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- Department of Psychological and Behavioural Science, The London School of Economics and Political Science
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford
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Gericke C, Rippy S, D’Lima D. Anticipated barriers and enablers to signing up for a weight management program after receiving an opportunistic referral from a general practitioner. Front Public Health 2023; 11:1226912. [PMID: 37808970 PMCID: PMC10552260 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2023.1226912] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/29/2023] [Accepted: 08/25/2023] [Indexed: 10/10/2023] Open
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Introduction General Practitioners (GP) are advised to opportunistically refer patients with overweight or obesity to a tier 2 weight management program, but few patients sign up after receiving the referral. Signing up to a weight management program is a behaviour, as such, behaviour change interventions are needed to increase sign ups. However, no research has explored the influences on signing up after an opportunistic referral specifically. Aim To investigate the influences (i.e., barriers and enablers) on signing up to a tier 2 weight management service after receiving an opportunistic referral from a GP, using a theoretical framework to inform intervention development. Method Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 18 residents from the London borough of Hounslow who were eligible for the service. Interview guides were informed by the Theoretical Domains Framework (TDF). Data were analyzed inductively using Reflexive Thematic Analysis and Coding Reliability to identify influences on signing up, before being deductively coded to the TDF and grouped into themes. Results Eight theoretical domains were identified as influences on signing up. Fifteen sub-themes were developed and categorized as either a barrier (5), enabler (3), or mixed (7) influence. Beliefs about Consequences was the most frequently reported influence on signing up. Beliefs that were expressed the most often include how effective the program would be, whether the program is needed to lose weight and whether the program would be compatible with their lifestyle. Leveraging Social Influences and changing patient's Knowledge could address these beliefs and provide a potential route for Behaviour change. Discussion The present study provides the first insight into behavioural influences on signing up for a weight management service opportunistically using a validated theoretical framework. This study has implications for intervention development in that public health researchers can identify intervention, content and implementation options based on the findings. Interventions targeting the key domains of Knowledge, Social influences and Beliefs about consequences would likely be the most effective because of their prominence and influence on other domains.
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- Chiara Gericke
- Department of Clinical, Educational and Health Psychology, UCL Centre for Behaviour Change, University College London, London, United Kingdom
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- Public Health Team, London Borough of Hounslow, London, United Kingdom
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- Department of Clinical, Educational and Health Psychology, UCL Centre for Behaviour Change, University College London, London, United Kingdom
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Bailey-Davis L, Pinto AM, Hanna DJ, Cardel MI, Rethorst CD, Matta K, Still CD, Foster GD. Qualitative inquiry with persons with obesity about weight management in primary care and referrals. Front Public Health 2023; 11:1190443. [PMID: 37601225 PMCID: PMC10435859 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2023.1190443] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/20/2023] [Accepted: 07/21/2023] [Indexed: 08/22/2023] Open
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Introduction Referrals to evidence-based weight management in the community-commercial sector are aligned with clinical recommendations but underutilized. Methods This qualitative study explored patients' perceptions and expectations about obesity treatment in primary care and referral to community-commercial sector programs. Individual semi-structured interviews were conducted with a sample of US persons with obesity via telephone. Audiotape transcripts, interviewer notes, and independent review of data by two investigators allowed for data and investigator triangulation. Transcripts were analyzed using thematic analysis. Results Data saturation was reached with 30 participants who had a mean age of 41.6 years (SD 9.4), 37% male, 20% Black/African American and 17% Hispanic, 57% college educated, and 50% were employed full-time. Three primary themes emerged: (1) frustration with weight management in primary care; (2) patients expect providers to be better informed of and offer treatment options; and (3) opportunities and challenges with referrals to community-commercial programs. Discussion Patients expect that providers offer personalized treatment options and referrals to effective community-commercial programs are an acceptable option. If patient-level data are shared between clinical and community entities to facilitate referrals, then privacy and security issues need attention. Future research is needed to determine feasibility of implementing clinical to community-commercial referrals for obesity treatment in the United States.
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- Lisa Bailey-Davis
- Department of Population Health Sciences, Geisinger, Danville, PA, United States
- Center for Obesity and Metabolic Research, Geisinger, Danville, PA, United States
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- Center for Obesity and Metabolic Research, Geisinger, Danville, PA, United States
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- Institute for Advancing Health through Agriculture, Texas A&M Agrilife Dallas Center, Dallas, TX, United States
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- Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, Scranton, PA, United States
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- Center for Obesity and Metabolic Research, Geisinger, Danville, PA, United States
- Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine, Scranton, PA, United States
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- WW International, Inc., New York, NY, United States
- Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA, United States
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Ackermann RT, Cameron KA, Liss DT, Dolan N, Aikman C, Carson A, Harris SA, Doyle K, Cooper AJ, Hitsman B. Primary care delivery of behavioral weight loss services for adults with cardiovascular risk factors: development of pragmatic practice components and results of a randomized feasibility trial. RESEARCH SQUARE 2023:rs.3.rs-3074046. [PMID: 37547026 PMCID: PMC10402202 DOI: 10.21203/rs.3.rs-3074046/v1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/08/2023]
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Background Intensive lifestyle interventions (ILI) improve weight loss and cardiovascular risk factors, but health systems face challenges implementing them. We engaged stakeholders to cocreate and evaluate feasibility of primary care implementation strategies and of a pragmatic randomization procedure to be used for a future effectiveness trial. Methods The study setting was a single, urban primary care office. Patients with BMI ≥ 27 and ≥ 1 cardiovascular risk factor were sent a single electronic health record (EHR) message between December 2019 and January 2020 offering services to support an initial weight loss goal of about 10 pounds in 10 weeks. All patients who affirmed weight loss interest were pragmatically enrolled in the trial and offered "Basic Lifestyle Services" (BLS), including a scale that transmits weight data to the EHR using cellular networks, a coupon to enroll in lifestyle coaching resources through a partnering fitness organization, and periodic EHR messages encouraging use of these resources. About half (n = 42) of participants were randomized by an automated EHR algorithm to also receive "Customized Lifestyle Services" (CLS), including weekly email messages adapted to individual weight loss progress and telephonic coaching by a nurse for those facing challenges. Interventions and assessments spanned January to July 2020, with interference by the coronavirus pandemic. Weight measures were collected from administrative sources. Qualitative analysis of stakeholder recommendations and patient interviews assessed acceptability, appropriateness, and sustainability of intervention components. Results Over 6 weeks, 426 patients were sent the EHR invitation message and 80 (18.8%) affirmed interest in the weight loss goal and were included for analysis. EHR data were available to ascertain a 6-month weight value for 77 (96%) patients. Overall, 62% of participants lost weight; 15.0% exhibited weight loss ≥ 5%, with no statistically significant difference between CLS or BLS arms (p = 0.85). CLS assignment increased participation in daily self-weighing (43% versus 21% of patients through 12 weeks) and enrollment in referral-based lifestyle support resources (52% versus 37%). Conclusions This preliminary study demonstrates feasibility of implementation strategies for primary care offices to offer and coordinate ILI core components, as well as a pragmatic randomization procedure for use in a future randomized comparative trial.
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Hajizadeh A, Heath L, Ahmad A, Kebbe M, Jebb SA, Aveyard P, Hughes G. Clinician resistance to broaching the topic of weight in primary care: Digging deeper into weight management using strong structuration theory. Soc Sci Med 2023; 329:115997. [PMID: 37327596 DOI: 10.1016/j.socscimed.2023.115997] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/30/2022] [Revised: 05/06/2023] [Accepted: 05/26/2023] [Indexed: 06/18/2023]
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Clinical trials have shown that providing advice and support for people with excess weight can lead to meaningful weight loss. Despite this evidence and guidelines endorsing this approach, provision in real-world clinical settings remains low. We used Strong Structuration Theory (SST) to understand why people are often not offered weight management advice in primary care in England. Data from policy, clinical practice and focus groups were analysed using SST to consider how the interplay between weight stigma and structures of professional responsibilities influenced clinicians to raise (or not) the issue of excess weight with patients. We found that general practitioners (GPs) often accounted for their actions by referring to obesity as a health problem, consistent with policy documents and clinical guidelines. However, they were also aware of weight stigma as a social process that can be internalised by their patients. GPs identified addressing obesity as a priority in their work, but described wanting to care for their patients by avoiding unnecessary suffering, which they were concerned could be caused by talking about weight. We observed tensions between knowledge of clinical guidelines and understanding of the lived experience of their patients. We interpreted that the practice of 'caring by not offering care' produced the outcome of an absence of weight management advice in consultations. There is a risk that this outcome reinforces the external structure of weight stigma as a delicate topic to be avoided, while at the same time denying patients the offer of support to manage their weight.
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- Anisa Hajizadeh
- Nuffield Department of Primary Care, University of Oxford, Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Rd, Oxford, OX2 6GG, United Kingdom.
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care, University of Oxford, Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Rd, Oxford, OX2 6GG, United Kingdom.
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- School of Nutrition and Dietetics, Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin, Kampung Gong Badak, 21300, Terengganu, Malaysia.
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- Pennington Biomedical Research Centre, Louisiana State University, 6400 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA, 70808, United States.
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care, University of Oxford, Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Rd, Oxford, OX2 6GG, United Kingdom.
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care, University of Oxford, Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Rd, Oxford, OX2 6GG, United Kingdom.
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care, University of Oxford, Radcliffe Primary Care Building, Radcliffe Observatory Quarter, Woodstock Rd, Oxford, OX2 6GG, United Kingdom.
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Sithole BR, Pappas Y, Randhawa G. eHealth in obesity care. Clin Med (Lond) 2023; 23:347-352. [PMID: 38614648 PMCID: PMC10541052 DOI: 10.7861/clinmed.2023-0145] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 08/02/2023]
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Obesity in adults is a growing health concern. Although effective, current treatment options have not been able to overcome the various factors that contribute toward rising obesity rates. eHealth might hold the capacity to improve the effectiveness, delivery and flexibility of some of these treatments. Here, we show that eHealth lifestyle change interventions delivered through smartphones (mHealth) can facilitate significant weight loss, making mHealth an attractive adjunct to clinical obesity care. However, evidence is currently limited to short-term effects, and is also lacking with regards to effectiveness based on socioeconomic status and ethnic group. This raises concerns around the potential and inadvertent widening of obesity prevalence disparities between groups as mHealth lifestyle change interventions are increasingly used in obesity care. Thus, we also describe opportunities to address these concerns and gaps in evidence.
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- Institute for Health Research, University of Bedfordshire, Luton, UK
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Fujihara K, Yamada Harada M, Horikawa C, Iwanaga M, Tanaka H, Nomura H, Sui Y, Tanabe K, Yamada T, Kodama S, Kato K, Sone H. Machine learning approach to predict body weight in adults. Front Public Health 2023; 11:1090146. [PMID: 37397751 PMCID: PMC10308016 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2023.1090146] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/08/2022] [Accepted: 05/10/2023] [Indexed: 07/04/2023] Open
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Background Obesity is an established risk factor for non-communicable diseases such as type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypertension and cardiovascular disease. Thus, weight control is a key factor in the prevention of non-communicable diseases. A simple and quick method to predict weight change over a few years could be helpful for weight management in clinical settings. Methods We examined the ability of a machine learning model that we constructed to predict changes in future body weight over 3 years using big data. Input in the machine learning model were three-year data on 50,000 Japanese persons (32,977 men) aged 19-91 years who underwent annual health examinations. The predictive formulas that used heterogeneous mixture learning technology (HMLT) to predict body weight in the subsequent 3 years were validated for 5,000 persons. The root mean square error (RMSE) was used to evaluate accuracy compared with multiple regression. Results The machine learning model utilizing HMLT automatically generated five predictive formulas. The influence of lifestyle on body weight was found to be large in people with a high body mass index (BMI) at baseline (BMI ≥29.93 kg/m2) and in young people (<24 years) with a low BMI (BMI <23.44 kg/m2). The RMSE was 1.914 in the validation set which reflects ability comparable to that of the multiple regression model of 1.890 (p = 0.323). Conclusion The HMLT-based machine learning model could successfully predict weight change over 3 years. Our model could automatically identify groups whose lifestyle profoundly impacted weight loss and factors the influenced body weight change in individuals. Although this model must be validated in other populations, including other ethnic groups, before being widely implemented in global clinical settings, results suggested that this machine learning model could contribute to individualized weight management.
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- Kazuya Fujihara
- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Faculty of Medicine, Niigata University, Niigata, Japan
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- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Faculty of Medicine, Niigata University, Niigata, Japan
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- Department of Health and Nutrition, Faculty of Human Life Studies, University of Niigata Prefecture, Niigata, Japan
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- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Faculty of Medicine, Niigata University, Niigata, Japan
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- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Faculty of Medicine, Niigata University, Niigata, Japan
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- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Faculty of Medicine, Niigata University, Niigata, Japan
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- Department of Prevention of Noncommunicable Diseases and Promotion of Health Checkup, Niigata University, Niigata, Japan
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- Department of Endocrinology and Metabolism, Faculty of Medicine, Niigata University, Niigata, Japan
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Karmore UP, Ukey UU, Sharma SK. Effect of Dietary Modification and Physical Activity on Obese Young Adults Going to Gym for Weight Loss in Central India: A Before and After Study. Cureus 2023; 15:e40832. [PMID: 37489220 PMCID: PMC10363260 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.40832] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 06/22/2023] [Indexed: 07/26/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND An adequate diet is a prerequisite for appropriate growth and development so as to remain active. Balanced nutrition coupled with physical activity forms a healthy lifestyle which eventually leads to multiple health benefits such as positive mental health and a lower risk of noncommunicable diseases like diabetes, hypertension, etc. It has become an upcoming trend for young adults to join a gym. In order to maintain weight members, go to the gym because they consider it as a positive opportunity to boost self-esteem and to make appropriate health decisions to feel better. There is a need to highlight with the help of research studies that lifestyle modification in the form of diet and physical activity on a regular basis can help in controlling obesity. METHODS A before and after the study was carried out in Nagpur city located in Central India for a period of 8 months (April 1, 2022 to November 30, 2022). The study subjects were obese young adults going to the gym in Nagpur city. Diet and physical activity interventions were given for a duration of three months to the study subjects. The study instrument was a predesigned and pretested questionnaire. RESULTS In the present study, total 110 study subjects responded by completely filling out the questionnaire The total calorie and protein intake of the study subjects before and after giving intervention for three months was found to be highly significant (p-value < 0.0001). The change in mean anthropometric parameters of the study subjects before and after giving intervention for three months was found to be highly significant (p-value < 0.0001). CONCLUSIONS Dietary modification combined with physical activity for an average of 75 minutes is the most effective short-term intervention for weight loss. The present study concludes that lifestyle modifications can reverse the trend of obesity. It is reversible, and obese individuals can normalize their BMI with appropriate interventions as was performed with the present obese study subjects.
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- Community Medicine, Government Medical College Nagpur, Nagpur, IND
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- Community Medicine, Government Medical College and Hospital, Nagpur, IND
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Ayre E, Lee JJ, Frie K, Aveyard P, Albury CVA. GP delivered brief weight loss advice: associations between in-consultation behaviour change techniques and patient weight loss in recorded primary care discussions. Health Psychol Behav Med 2023; 11:2213751. [PMID: 37223642 PMCID: PMC10201997 DOI: 10.1080/21642850.2023.2213751] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/08/2022] [Accepted: 05/05/2023] [Indexed: 05/25/2023] Open
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Background Primary care clinicians are encouraged to intervene opportunistically, offering weight-loss advice to people living with obesity. The BWeL trial showed patients receiving brief weight-loss advice from their general practitioner lost weight at one year follow-up. We examined the behaviour change techniques (BCTs) clinicians used to identify which BCTs are associated with this weight loss. Methods We coded 224 audio recorded interventions from the BWeL trial using the behavioural change techniques version one taxonomy (BCTTv1) and the 'refined taxonomy of behaviour change techniques to help people change their physical activity and healthy eating behaviours' (CALOR-RE taxonomy). Linear and logistic regressions were performed to analyse associations between behaviour change techniques used in these taxonomies and patient weight loss. Results Mean intervention length was 86 s. We identified 28 different BCTs BCTTv1 and 22 from CALOR-RE. No BCTs or BCT domains were associated with mean weight loss at 12 months, loss of 5% bodyweight, or action taken at 3 months. The BCT 'Feedback on outcomes of behaviour (future)' was associated with an increased likelihood that the patient reported taking action to lose weight by 12 months (OR = 6.10, 95%CI = 1.20, 31.0). Conclusion Although we found no evidence to support the use of particular BCTs, our results suggest that it is the brief intervention itself, rather than specific content, which may motivate weight loss. This can support clinicians to confidently intervene without needing complex training. Offering follow-up appointments can support positive changes to health behaviours, even if these are not associated with weight loss.
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- Eleanor Ayre
- Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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Ackermann RT, Cameron K, Liss D, Dolan N, Aikman C, Carson A, Harris S, Doyle K, Cooper A, Hitsman B. Primary care delivery of behavioral weight loss services for adults with cardiovascular risk factors: development of pragmatic implementation strategies and results of a randomized feasibility trial. RESEARCH SQUARE 2023:rs.3.rs-2806196. [PMID: 37292808 PMCID: PMC10246232 DOI: 10.21203/rs.3.rs-2806196/v1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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Background Intensive lifestyle interventions (ILI) improve weight loss and cardiovascular risk factors, but health systems face challenges implementing them. We engaged stakeholders to cocreate and evaluate feasibility of primary care implementation strategies and of a pragmatic randomization procedure to be used for a future effectiveness trial. Methods The study setting was a single, urban primary care office. Patients with BMI ≥ 27 and ≥ 1 cardiovascular risk factor were sent a single electronic health record (EHR) message between December 2019 and January 2020 offering services to support an initial weight loss goal of about "10 pounds in 10 weeks." All patients who affirmed weight loss interest were pragmatically enrolled in the trial and offered "Basic Lifestyle Services" (BLS), including a scale that transmits weight data to the EHR using cellular networks, a coupon to enroll in lifestyle coaching resources through a partnering fitness organization, and periodic EHR messages encouraging use of these resources. About half (n = 42) of participants were randomized by an automated EHR algorithm to also receive "Customized Lifestyle Services" (CLS), including weekly email messages adapted to individual weight loss progress and telephonic coaching by a nurse for those facing challenges. Interventions and assessments spanned January to July 2020, with interference by the coronavirus pandemic. Weight measures were collected from administrative sources. Qualitative analysis of stakeholder recommendations and patient interviews assessed acceptability, appropriateness, and sustainability of intervention components. Results Over 6 weeks, 426 patients were sent the EHR invitation message and 80 (18.8%) affirmed interest in the weight loss goal and were included for analysis. EHR data were available to ascertain a 6-month weight value for 77 (96%) patients. Overall, 62% of participants lost weight; 15.0% exhibited weight loss ≥ 5%, with no statistically significant difference between CLS or BLS arms (p = 0.85). CLS assignment increased participation in daily self-weighing (43% versus 21% of patients through 12 weeks) and enrollment in referral-based lifestyle support resources (52% versus 37%). Conclusions This preliminary study demonstrates feasibility of implementation strategies for primary care offices to offer and coordinate ILI core components, as well as a pragmatic randomization procedure for use in a future randomized comparative trial.
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- Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
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- Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
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- Northwestern Medicine: Northwestern Memorial HealthCare Corp
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Birch JM, Mueller J, Sharp S, Logue J, Kelly MP, Griffin SJ, Ahern A. Are there inequalities in the attendance and effectiveness of behavioural weight management interventions for adults in the UK? Protocol for an individual participant data (IPD) meta-analysis. BMJ Open 2023; 13:e067607. [PMID: 36958788 PMCID: PMC10039995 DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2022-067607] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/25/2023] Open
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INTRODUCTION It is important to identify whether behavioural weight management interventions work well across different groups in the population so health inequalities in obesity are not widened. Previous systematic reviews of inequalities in the attendance and effectiveness of behavioural weight management interventions have been limited because few trials report relevant analyses and heterogeneity in the categorisation of inequality characteristics prevents meta-analysis. An individual participant data meta-analysis (IPD-MA) allows us to reanalyse all trials with available data in a uniform way. We aim to conduct an IPD meta-analysis of UK randomised controlled trials to examine whether there are inequalities in the attendance and effectiveness of behavioural weight interventions. METHODS AND ANALYSIS In a recently published systematic review, we identified 17 UK-based randomised controlled trials of primary care-relevant behavioural interventions, conducted in adults living with overweight or obesity and reporting weight outcomes at baseline and 1-year follow-up. The corresponding author of each trial will be invited to contribute data to the IPD-MA. The outcomes of interest are weight at 12-months and intervention attendance (number of sessions offered vs number of sessions attended). We will primarily consider whether there is an interaction between intervention group and characteristics where inequalities occur, such as by gender/sex, socioeconomic status or age. The IPD-MA will be conducted in line with the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses of IPD guidelines. ETHICS AND DISSEMINATION No further ethical approval was required as ethical approval for each individual study was obtained by the original trial investigators from appropriate ethics committees. The completed IPD-MA will be disseminated at conferences, in a peer-reviewed journal and contribute to the lead author's PhD thesis. Investigators of each individual study included in the final IPD-MA will be invited to collaborate on any publications that arise from the project.
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- Jack M Birch
- MRC Epidemiology Unit, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
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- MRC Epidemiology Unit, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
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- MRC Epidemiology Unit, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
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- Lancaster Medical School, Lancaster University, Lancaster, UK
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- Department of Public Health and Primary Care, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
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- MRC Epidemiology Unit, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
- Department of Public Health and Primary Care, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
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- MRC Epidemiology Unit, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
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van der Voorn B, Camfferman R, Seidell JC, Puhl RM, Halberstadt J. Weight-biased attitudes about pediatric patients with obesity in Dutch healthcare professionals from seven different professions. J Child Health Care 2023:13674935221133953. [PMID: 36861392 DOI: 10.1177/13674935221133953] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 03/03/2023]
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Little is known about the prevalence of negative weight-biased attitudes among Dutch healthcare professionals (HCPs) when treating children and adolescents with obesity and whether interdisciplinary differences are present. Accordingly, we asked Dutch HCPs that treat pediatric patients with obesity to complete a validated 22-item self-report questionnaire about their weight-biased attitudes. In total, 555 HCPs participated from seven different disciplines: 41 general practitioners (GPs), 40 pediatricians, 132 youth healthcare physicians, 223 youth healthcare nurses, 40 physiotherapists, 40 dieticians, and 39 mental health professionals. HCPs from all disciplines reported to experience negative weight-biased attitudes among themselves. Pediatricians and GPs scored highest on negative weight-biased attitudes, including frustrations in treating children with obesity, and feeling less confident and prepared to treat children with obesity. Dieticians scored the least negative weight-biased attitudes. Participants from all groups perceived weight bias expressed by their colleagues, toward children with obesity. These findings are comparable to results reported by adult HCPs from other countries. Interdisciplinary differences were found and underscore the need for more research on contributing factors that impact explicit weight bias among pediatric HCPs.
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- Bibian van der Voorn
- Department of Health Science, 1190Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Health Science, 1190Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Health Science, 1190Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Rudd Center for Food Policy & Health, Department of Human Development & Family Sciences, University of Connecticut, Hartfort, CT, USA
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- Department of Health Science, 1190Vrije Universiteit, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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Time to focus on chronic liver diseases in the community: A review of primary care hepatology tools, pathways of care and reimbursement mechanisms. J Hepatol 2023; 78:663-671. [PMID: 36283499 DOI: 10.1016/j.jhep.2022.10.010] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/08/2022] [Revised: 08/25/2022] [Accepted: 10/15/2022] [Indexed: 12/04/2022]
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Addressing primary care's low confidence in detecting and managing chronic liver disease is becoming increasingly important owing to the escalating prevalence of its common lifestyle-related metabolic risk factors - obesity, physical inactivity, smoking and alcohol consumption. Whilst liver blood testing is frequently carried out in the management of long-term conditions, its interpretation is not typically focused on specific liver disease risk. Educational steps for primary care should outline how liver fibrosis is the flag of pathological concern, encourage use of pragmatic algorithms such as fibrosis-4 index to differentiate between those requiring referral for further fibrosis risk assessment and those who can be managed in the community, and emphasise that isolated minor liver function test abnormalities are unreliable for estimating the risk of fibrosis progression. Measures to increase primary care's interest and engagement should make use of existing frameworks for the management of long-term conditions, so that liver disease is considered alongside other metabolic disorders, including type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, chronic kidney disease etc. Selling points when considering the required investment in developing local fibrosis assessment pathways include reduced repeat testing of minor abnormalities and improved secondary care referrals, plus improvements in the patient's journey through long-term multimorbidity care. A focus on improving chronic liver disease is likely to have wide-ranging benefits across co-existing metabolic disorders, particularly when pathways are aligned with community lifestyle support services. The important message for primary care is to increase the value of existing monitoring rather than to generate more work.
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Tremblett M, Webb H, Ziebland S, Stokoe E, Aveyard P, Albury C. Talking delicately: Providing opportunistic weight loss advice to people living with obesity. SSM. QUALITATIVE RESEARCH IN HEALTH 2022; 2:None. [PMID: 36531292 PMCID: PMC9748302 DOI: 10.1016/j.ssmqr.2022.100162] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/15/2022] [Revised: 08/24/2022] [Accepted: 08/24/2022] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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Obesity is a major worldwide public health problem. Clinicians are asked to communicate public health messages, including encouraging and supporting weight loss, during consultations with patients living with obesity. However, research shows that talking about weight with patients rarely happens and both parties find it difficult to initiate. Current guidelines on how to have such conversations do not include evidence-based examples of what to say, when to say it and how to avoid causing offence (a key concern for clinicians). To address this gap, we examined 237 audio recorded consultations between clinicians and patients living with obesity in the UK in which weight was discussed opportunistically. Conversation analysis revealed that framing advice as depersonalised generic information was one strategy clinicians used when initiating discussions. This contrasted to clinicians who made advice clearly relevant and personalised to the patient by first appraising their weight. However not all personalised forms of advice worked equally well. Clinicians who spoke delicately when personalising the discussion avoided the types of patient resistance that we found when clinicians were less delicate. More delicate approaches included forecasting upcoming discussion of weight along with delicacy markers in talk (e.g. strategic use of hesitation). Our findings suggest that clinicians should not avoid talking about a patient's weight, but should speak delicately to help maintain good relationships with patients. The findings also demonstrate the need to examine communication practices to develop better and specific guidance for clinicians. Data are in British English.
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- Madeleine Tremblett
- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, UK
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- School of Computer Science, University of Nottingham, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, UK
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- Discourse and Rhetoric Group, Loughborough University, Loughborough, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, UK
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Hutton J, Mease P, Jadon D. Horizon scan: State-of-the-art therapeutics for psoriatic arthritis. Best Pract Res Clin Rheumatol 2022; 36:101809. [PMID: 36567224 DOI: 10.1016/j.berh.2022.101809] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/24/2022]
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Psoriatic arthritis (PsA) is a common immune-mediated inflammatory disease (IMID) that can present with a heterogenous clinical phenotype. The advent of advanced therapies has substantially improved patient outcomes, but many patients still have suboptimal or unsustained response, resulting in morbidity, structural damage and functional impairment. There remains a need for better therapeutic options and precision medicine approaches to improve outcomes for patients with PsA. This review synthesises recently approved the state-of-the-art therapeutics for PsA, including inhibitors of IL-23, Janus kinase (JAK), tyrosine kinase 2 (TYK2) and dual-target IL-17A/F. The evidence base for emerging therapeutics, including MK-2 inhibitors, nano-IL-17 inhibitors, nanobodies and other dual-target therapies for PsA is also reviewed. Potential future therapeutic strategies and unmet research needs are discussed.
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- Joseph Hutton
- Department of Rheumatology, Cambridge University Hospitals NHSFT, Hills Road, Cambridge, CB2 0QQ, UK.
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- Seattle Rheumatology Associates, 601 Broadway, Suite 600, Seattle, WA 98122, USA.
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- Rheumatology Research Unit, Department of Medicine, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, CB2 0QQ, UK.
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Channon S, Coulman E, Cannings-John R, Henley J, Lau M, Lugg-Widger F, Strange H, Davies F, Sanders J, Scherf C, Couzens Z, Morantz L. The acceptability of asking women to delay removal of a long-acting reversible contraceptive to take part in a preconception weight loss programme: a mixed methods study using qualitative and routine data (Plan-it). BMC Pregnancy Childbirth 2022; 22:778. [PMID: 36258184 PMCID: PMC9580156 DOI: 10.1186/s12884-022-05077-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2022] [Accepted: 09/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Background Having a body mass index (BMI) which is classified as overweight (BMI ≥ 25) or obese (BMI ≥ 30) increases the risk of complications during pregnancy and labour. Weight-management interventions which target excess gestational weight gain during pregnancy have had limited success. Women who use long-acting reversible contraception (LARC) are in contact with services as part of their preparation for conception, creating a potential opportunity to offer a preconception weight-loss intervention. The aims of this mixed methods study were to assess the acceptability and practicability of a weight-loss intervention which asked people to delay LARC removal in order to lose weight before conceiving. Methods Routine UK NHS data were analysed to identify pathways from LARC removal to pregnancy. Qualitative surveys and advisory group discussions with service providers and LARC users with experience of being overweight were conducted and analysed thematically. Results Three hundred fifteen thousand seven hundred fifty-five UK women aged 16–48 years between 2009–2018 had at least one LARC-related event (e.g. insertion, removal) and 1.7% of those events were recorded as related to planning a pregnancy. BMI was included in 62% of women’s records, with 54% of those BMI being classified as overweight or obese. Online surveys were completed by 100 healthcare practitioners and 243 LARC users. Stakeholders identified facilitators and barriers associated with the proposed intervention including sensitivities of discussing weight, service-user past experiences, practitioner skills, the setting and ethical implications of the proposed intervention. Conclusions Although women and service providers recognised potential benefits, a preconception weight-loss intervention asking people to delay LARC removal posed many barriers, due mainly to the acceptability of such an intervention to women and healthcare practitioners. Weight-loss interventions that target the general population, together with a focus on improving public knowledge of preconception health, may be more acceptable than interventions which solely focus on LARC users. Many of the barriers identified, including communication, understanding and beliefs about weight and risk, appointment systems and the limitations of routine datasets also have relevance for any preconception weight-loss intervention. Work to improve routine datasets and reducing communication barriers to discussing weight are priorities. Trial registration ISRCTN14733020 registered 10.05.2019. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12884-022-05077-0.
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- Susan Channon
- Centre for Trials Research, Cardiff University, Neuadd Meirionnydd, Heath Park, Cardiff, CF14 4YS, UK.
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- Centre for Trials Research, Cardiff University, Neuadd Meirionnydd, Heath Park, Cardiff, CF14 4YS, UK
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- Centre for Trials Research, Cardiff University, Neuadd Meirionnydd, Heath Park, Cardiff, CF14 4YS, UK
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- Centre for Trials Research, Cardiff University, Neuadd Meirionnydd, Heath Park, Cardiff, CF14 4YS, UK
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- Centre for Trials Research, Cardiff University, Neuadd Meirionnydd, Heath Park, Cardiff, CF14 4YS, UK
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- Centre for Trials Research, Cardiff University, Neuadd Meirionnydd, Heath Park, Cardiff, CF14 4YS, UK
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- Centre for Trials Research, Cardiff University, Neuadd Meirionnydd, Heath Park, Cardiff, CF14 4YS, UK
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- The Welsh Centre for Primary and Emergency Care Research (PRIME), Division of Population Medicine, Cardiff University, 8th floor, Neuadd Meirionnydd, Cardiff, CF14 4YS, UK
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- School of Healthcare Sciences, College of Biomedical and Life Sciences, Cardiff University, Ty Dewi Sant, Cardiff, CF14 4XN, UK
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- Department of Sexual Health, Cardiff and Vale University Health Board, Cardiff Royal Infirmary, Newport Road, Cardiff, CF24 0SZ, UK
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- Health Protection, Public Health Wales NHS Trust, Public Health Wales, 4th Floor Number 2 Capital Quarter, Tyndall Street, Cardiff, CF10 4BZ, UK
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Ahern AL, Breeze P, Fusco F, Sharp SJ, Islam N, Wheeler GM, Hill AJ, Hughes CA, Duschinsky R, Thomas C, Bates S, Woolston J, Stubbings M, Whittle F, Boothby C, Bostock J, Jebb S, Aveyard P, Boyland E, Halford JCG, Morris S, Brennan A, Griffin SJ. Effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of referral to a commercial open group behavioural weight management programme in adults with overweight and obesity: 5-year follow-up of the WRAP randomised controlled trial. Lancet Public Health 2022; 7:e866-e875. [PMID: 36182236 DOI: 10.1016/s2468-2667(22)00226-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/24/2022] [Revised: 08/16/2022] [Accepted: 08/24/2022] [Indexed: 01/13/2023]
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BACKGROUND There is evidence that commercially available behavioural weight management programmes can lead to short-term weight loss and reductions in glycaemia. Here, we aimed to provide the 5-year impact and cost-effectiveness of these interventions compared with a brief intervention. METHODS WRAP was a non-blinded, parallel-group randomised controlled trial (RCT). We recruited from primary care practices in England and randomly assigned participants to one of three interventions (brief intervention, 12-week open-group behavioural programme [WW, formerly Weight Watchers], or a 52-week open-group WW behavioural programme) in an uneven (2:5:5) allocation. Participants were followed up 5 years after randomisation using data from measurement visits at primary care practices or a research centre, review of primary care electronic medical notes, and self-report questionnaires. The primary outcome was change in weight at 5 years follow-up, assessed using analysis of covariance. We also estimated cost-effectiveness of the intervention. This study is registered at Current Controlled Trials, ISRCTN64986150. FINDINGS Between Oct 18, 2012, and Feb 10, 2014, we recruited 1269 eligible participants (two participants were randomly assigned but not eligible and therefore excluded) and 1040 (82%) consented to be approached about additional follow-up and to have their medical notes reviewed at 5 years. The primary outcome (weight) was ascertained for 871 (69%) of 1267 eligible participants. Mean duration of follow-up was 5·1 (SD 0·3) years. Mean weight change from baseline to 5 years was -0·46 (SD 8·31) kg in the brief intervention group, -1·95 (9·55) kg in the 12-week programme group, and -2·67 (9·81) kg in the 52-week programme. The adjusted difference in weight change was -1·76 (95% CI -3·68 to 0·17) kg between the 52-week programme and the brief intervention; -0·80 (-2·13 to 0·54) kg between the 52-week and the 12-week programme; and -0·96 (-2·90 to 0·97) kg between the 12-week programme and the brief intervention. During the trial, the 12-week programme incurred the lowest cost and produced the highest quality-adjusted life-years (QALY). Simulations beyond 5 years suggested that the 52-week programme would deliver the highest QALYs at the lowest cost and would be the most cost-effective. No participants reported adverse events related to the intervention. INTERPRETATION Although the difference in weight change between groups was not statistically significant, some weight loss was maintained at 5 years after an open-group behavioural weight management programme. Health economic modelling suggests that this could have important implications to reduce the incidence of weight-related disease and these interventions might be cost-saving. FUNDING The UK National Institute for Health and Care Research Programme Grants for Applied Research and the Medical Research Council.
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- Amy L Ahern
- MRC Epidemiology Unit, School of Clinical Medicine, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK.
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- School of Health and Related Research, University of Sheffield, Sheffield, UK
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- Primary Care Unit, School of Clinical Medicine, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
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- MRC Epidemiology Unit, School of Clinical Medicine, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
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- MRC Epidemiology Unit, School of Clinical Medicine, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK; Nuffield Department of Population Health, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Norwich Medical School, University of East Anglia, Norwich, UK
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- Primary Care Unit, School of Clinical Medicine, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
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- School of Health and Related Research, University of Sheffield, Sheffield, UK
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- School of Health and Related Research, University of Sheffield, Sheffield, UK
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- MRC Epidemiology Unit, School of Clinical Medicine, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
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- MRC Epidemiology Unit, School of Clinical Medicine, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
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- MRC Epidemiology Unit, School of Clinical Medicine, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
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- MRC Epidemiology Unit, School of Clinical Medicine, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
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- Patient and Public Involvement Representative, Quality Safety Outcomes Policy Research Unit, University of Kent, Canterbury, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK; NIHR Oxford Biomedical Research Centre, Oxford University Hospitals, Oxford, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK; NIHR Oxford Biomedical Research Centre, Oxford University Hospitals, Oxford, UK
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- Department of Psychology, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK
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- School of Psychology, University of Leeds, Leeds, UK; Department of Psychology, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, UK
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- Primary Care Unit, School of Clinical Medicine, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
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- School of Health and Related Research, University of Sheffield, Sheffield, UK
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- MRC Epidemiology Unit, School of Clinical Medicine, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK; Primary Care Unit, School of Clinical Medicine, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK
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Piano ME, Veerhuis N, Edwards J, Traynor V, Carey N. Having the conversation about vision for safe driving with older adults: an exploratory study of eyecare professional experiences in England and Australia. Clin Exp Optom 2022:1-9. [PMID: 35914742 DOI: 10.1080/08164622.2022.2105642] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/16/2022] Open
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CLINICAL RELEVANCE Eyecare professionals assess older adults against the vision requirements for driving and discuss this with them on a regular basis. Improved access to resources/training would be beneficial and help eyecare professionals navigate more difficult conversations about driving, e.g., following acute vision changes. BACKGROUND The numbers of drivers aged >65 years is increasing in many countries, in line with ageing populations. In most countries the onus is on the driver to self-monitor their vision for driving, by engaging in regular eye tests. Eyecare professionals therefore could play an important role in older driver decision-making about their fitness to drive. There is limited guidance for eyecare professionals regarding how to approach conversations with older drivers about their vision, and when these conversations should be had. METHODS Semi-structured interviews were undertaken with eyecare professionals involved in vision assessments and decision-making about medical fitness to drive for older adults (optometrists, orthoptists, ophthalmologists). Framework analysis identified challenges and facilitators to conversations with older drivers about vision. RESULTS Twenty-six eyecare professionals from Australia (n = 17) and England (n = 9) participated from urban and regional/rural areas. Themes were divided into facilitators (clear standards and comprehensive testing; positive approach; preparation and patient self-awareness; relationships and trust; importance of multiple options in guiding a transition to driving retirement) and challenges (acute loss of visual function; limited self-awareness of the impact of visual problems on driving; and perceived lack of resources and need for training). CONCLUSIONS Eyecare professionals prefer to have early and regular conversations with older adults about their vision for driving. Acute visual field/acuity loss or onset of double vision, necessitating rapid changes to driving behaviour, were both identified as major challenges for eyecare professionals. Improved access to resources and training would be beneficial, to help eyecare professionals navigate these especially difficult conversations and signpost older drivers to appropriate support.
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- Marianne Ef Piano
- National Vision Research Institute, Australian College of Optometry, Melbourne, Australia.,Department of Optometry and Vision Sciences, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Australia
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- Aged Dementia Health Education and Research, School of Nursing, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, Australia
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- School of Health Sciences, University of Surrey, Guildford, UK
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- Aged Dementia Health Education and Research, School of Nursing, University of Wollongong, Wollongong, Australia
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- School of Health Sciences, University of Surrey, Guildford, UK.,Department of Nursing and Midwifery, University of the Highlands and Islands, Inverness, Scotland, UK
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Lynden J, Hollands T, Ogden J. Animal obesity: What insights can a one health approach offer when it comes to veterinarians 'making every contact count'? Vet Rec 2022; 191:e1904. [PMID: 35877825 DOI: 10.1002/vetr.1904] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/16/2020] [Revised: 05/10/2022] [Accepted: 06/09/2022] [Indexed: 11/09/2022]
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There is an overweight/obesity crisis in both human and companion animal populations globally. Veterinarians have an ethical obligation to protect animal welfare and, therefore, have a duty to intervene by supporting their clients in changing care plans to mitigate and prevent pet overweight/obesity. Currently, there is limited evidence in veterinary contexts for when and how this can be done effectively. In contrast, a more comprehensive body of literature has been developed on how human healthcare practitioners 'make every contact count' (MECC). This review begins by briefly exploring the cross-species multifactorial causes of overweight/obesity, before considering the literature regarding whether veterinarians reliably address overweight/obesity and the obstacles they encounter. The review then explores the evidence from human healthcare contexts in terms of how person-centred and health 'coaching-style' MECC interventions have supported weight management in adult and child populations and the barriers practitioners face when implementing these interventions. The final section interprets this literature to provide a fresh 'lens' through which veterinarians' concerns can be understood. Recommendations are made for enhancing veterinarians' capacity to develop the knowledge and skills needed for successful outcomes when MECC. Opportunities for developing local multi-stakeholder/agency teams taking a 'one health' approach are considered.
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- Jenny Lynden
- School of Psychology and Counselling, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, The Open University, Milton Keynes, UK
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- School of Veterinary Medicine, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Surrey, Guildford, UK
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- School of Psychology, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Surrey, Guildford, UK
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Kurz D, McCrea-Robertson S, Nelson-Brantley H, Befort C. Rural engagement in primary care for optimizing weight reduction (REPOWER): A mixed methods study of patient perceptions. PATIENT EDUCATION AND COUNSELING 2022; 105:2371-2381. [PMID: 34865892 DOI: 10.1016/j.pec.2021.11.028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/17/2021] [Revised: 11/10/2021] [Accepted: 11/27/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To report on patients' satisfaction and experience of care across three different modes of weight loss counseling. METHODS 1407 patients with obesity in the rural Midwest were enrolled to a 2-year weight management trial through their primary care practice and assigned to one of three treatment conditions: in-clinic individual, in-clinic group, phone group counseling. Patients completed surveys assessing seven domains of satisfaction and experience of care at 6 and 24-months. Post-treatment interviews were conducted to add context to survey responses. RESULTS 1295 (92.0%) and 1230 (87.4%) completed surveys at 6 and 24-months, respectively. Patients in phone group counseling reported lower satisfaction than patients who received in-clinic group or in-clinic individual counseling across all domains at 6-months and five out of seven domains at 24-months. Interviews revealed that patients were more satisfied when they received face-to-face counseling and had meaningful interactions with their primary care provider (PCP) about their weight. CONCLUSION Rural patients with obesity have higher satisfaction and experience of care when weight loss counseling is delivered in a face-to-face environment and when their PCP is involved with their treatment. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS Primary care practices looking to offer weight loss treatment should consider incorporating some level of face-to-face treatment plans that involves meaningful interaction with the PCP.
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- Daniel Kurz
- University of Kansas School of Medicine, Department of Population Health, Kansas City, KS USA.
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- University of Kansas School of Medicine, Department of Population Health, Kansas City, KS USA
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- University of Kansas School of Medicine, Department of Population Health, Kansas City, KS USA
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Barrett S, Begg S, O'Halloran P, Rodda K, Barrett G, Kingsley M. “Exercise Is My Medicine”: A Qualitative Study Exploring the Experiences of Non-admitted Patients Receiving Physical Activity Promotion From Hospital Surgeons. Front Public Health 2022; 10:915496. [PMID: 35719636 PMCID: PMC9204139 DOI: 10.3389/fpubh.2022.915496] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/08/2022] [Accepted: 05/12/2022] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Background Hospital clinicians are increasingly encouraged to use outpatient consultations as an avenue to deliver opportunistic health promotion. There is a dearth of evidence regarding the acceptance of health promotion initiatives from hospital patients themselves. Methods We explored the experiences of non-admitted patients who, during a routine consultation with a hospital surgeon received a recommendation to increase physical activity (PA) and a recommendation to engage in a PA telephone coaching program. Twenty-two semi-structured interviews were conducted with individuals who had received the recommendation and proceeded to enroll in a telephone coaching intervention to identify factors that influenced behavior change. Data were analyzed thematically. Results Participants' age ranged between 42 and 66 years, with the average age being 54 years. Of the participants, 15 (68%) were women and 7 (32%) were men. Three major themes were identified: (1) the hospital visit represented an opportunity for behavior change that is not to be missed; (2) surgeons were influential in promoting PA change contemplation; and (3) patients welcomed a communication style that promoted autonomy. Conclusions Almost all patients considered receiving the recommendation to engage with the telephone coaching as acceptable and helpful toward PA change. Although working in time-restricted consultations, surgeons delivered the recommendation in a patient-centered, autonomy-supportive way, which influenced behavior change. Hospitals should explore avenues to integrate health promotion into routine care, confident of the acceptability and appropriateness of health promotion practice to hospital patients.
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- Stephen Barrett
- Health Promotion Department, Bendigo Health Care Group, Bendigo, VIC, Australia
- La Trobe Rural Health School, La Trobe University, Bendigo, VIC, Australia
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- Violet Vines Marshman Centre for Rural Health Research, La Trobe Rural Health School, La Trobe University, Bendigo, VIC, Australia
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- Centre for Sport and Social Impact, La Trobe University, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Outpatient Rehabilitation Services, Bendigo Health Care Group, Bendigo, VIC, Australia
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- Health Promotion Department, Bendigo Health Care Group, Bendigo, VIC, Australia
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- Holsworth Research Initiative, La Trobe Rural Health School, La Trobe University, Bendigo, VIC, Australia
- Department of Exercise Sciences, University of Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
- *Correspondence: Michael Kingsley
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McHale CT, Laidlaw AH, Cecil JE. Predictors of weight discussion in primary care consultations: A multilevel modeling approach. PATIENT EDUCATION AND COUNSELING 2022; 105:502-511. [PMID: 34253384 DOI: 10.1016/j.pec.2021.07.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/22/2020] [Revised: 06/14/2021] [Accepted: 07/03/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To understand how primary care weight-related communication processes are influenced by individual differences in primary care practitioner (PCP) and patient characteristics and communication use. METHODS Two multilevel logistic regression models were calculated to predict the occurrence of 1) weight-related discussion and 2) weight-related consultation outcomes. Coded communication data (Roter Interaction Analysis System) from 218 video-recorded consultations between PCPs and patients with overweight and obesity in Scottish primary care practices were combined with their demographic data to develop the multilevel models. RESULTS Weight-related discussions were more likely to occur when a greater proportion of PCP's total communication was partnership building and activating communication. More discrete weight discussions during a consultation predicted weight-related consultation outcomes. Patient BMI positively predicted both weight-related discussion and consultation outcomes. CONCLUSION This work demonstrates that multilevel modeling is a viable approach to investigating coded primary care weight-related communication data and that it can provide insight into the impact that various patient and PCP factors have on these communication processes. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS Through the increased use of partnership building and activating communications, and by engaging in shorter, but more frequent, discussions about patient weight, PCPs may better facilitate weight-related discussion and weight-related consultation outcomes for their patients.
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- Calum T McHale
- School of Medicine, University of St Andrews, St Andrews, UK.
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- School of Medicine, University of St Andrews, St Andrews, UK
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- School of Medicine, University of St Andrews, St Andrews, UK
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Kebbe M, Jebb SA, Begh R, Christian-Brown A, Wheat H, Farley A, Lewis A, Aveyard P. General practitioner views on addressing weight opportunistically in primary care: An embedded sequential mixed-methods study. PATIENT EDUCATION AND COUNSELING 2022; 105:512-523. [PMID: 34226068 DOI: 10.1016/j.pec.2021.06.028] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/31/2021] [Revised: 06/04/2021] [Accepted: 06/27/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To assess GPs' thoughts, feelings, and practices on providing opportunistic weight loss interventions before and after educational training and application in practice. METHODS In an embedded sequential mixed-methods design, 137 GPs delivered a 30-second brief opportunistic intervention to a mean of 14 patients with obesity. To assess GPs' experiences and views on the intervention, all were invited to complete pre- and post-trial questionnaires and 18 were purposively interviewed. Data were transcribed verbatim and analysed using inductive framework analysis. RESULTS GPs' attitudes (importance, feasibility, appropriateness, helpfulness, and effectiveness), capacities (comfort, confidence, and knowledge), perceived subjective norms (role expectations), willingness, and intentions on providing weight loss interventions were predominantly improved post-trial. The research setting allowed GPs to depersonalise intervening on obesity and feel more comfortable discussing the topic. Beyond the trial, GPs reverted largely to not intervening, citing barriers that had reportedly been overcome during the trial. CONCLUSION GPs who delivered the intervention had positive experiences doing so, shifting their beliefs modestly that this intervention is important, feasible, and acceptable. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS Given that outside of the trial GPs were apprehensive about intervening without a prompt, developing systems to prompt patients may support implementation.
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- Maryam Kebbe
- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Faculty of Health, Peninsula Medical School, University of Plymouth, UK
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- Institute of Applied Health Research, University of Birmingham, UK
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- School of Population Health Sciences, Bristol Medical School, University of Bristol, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK.
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Pollak KI, Finset A. Weighing the pros and cons of clinicians talking to their patients about weight. PATIENT EDUCATION AND COUNSELING 2022; 105:495-496. [PMID: 35181178 DOI: 10.1016/j.pec.2022.02.008] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/14/2023]
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- Kathryn I Pollak
- Duke University, Department of Population Health Sciences and Duke Cancer Institute, Patient Education and Counseling, USA.
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- Duke University, Department of Population Health Sciences and Duke Cancer Institute, Patient Education and Counseling, USA.
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Albury C, Webb H, Ziebland S, Aveyard P, Stokoe E. What happens when patients say "no" to offers of referral for weight loss? - Results and recommendations from a conversation analysis of primary care interactions. PATIENT EDUCATION AND COUNSELING 2022; 105:524-533. [PMID: 34489149 DOI: 10.1016/j.pec.2021.08.017] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2021] [Revised: 07/23/2021] [Accepted: 08/20/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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OBJECTIVE Guidelines recommend that clinicians should offer patients with obesity referrals to weight management services. However, clinicians and patients worry that such conversations will generate friction, and the risk of this is greatest when patients say no. We examined how doctors actually respond to patient refusals, and how patients reacted to clinicians in turn. METHODS Conversation analysis of 226 GP-patient interactions recorded during a clinical trial of weight management referrals in UK primary care. RESULTS Some clinicians responded to refusals by delivering further information or offering referral again. These actions treated patient refusals as unwelcome, and acted to pursue acceptance instead. However, pursuit did not lead to acceptance. Rather, pursuing acceptance lengthened consultations and led to frustration, offence, or anger. Clinicians who accepted refusals and closed the consultation avoided friction and negative emotional displays. CONCLUSION Patient refusals have the potential to create negative consequences in the consultation and clinician responses were key in avoiding these. When clinicians acknowledged the legitimacy of patient refusals, negative consequences were avoided, and the conversation was briefer and smoother. PRACTICE IMPLICATIONS When patients refuse the offer of a free weight management referral, GPs should accept this refusal, rather than trying to persuade patients to accept.
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- Charlotte Albury
- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK.
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- Department of Computer Science, Human Centred Computing, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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- Discourse and Rhetoric Group, Loughborough University, Loughborough, UK
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The impact of remote consultations on brief conversations in general practice. BJGP Open 2022; 6:BJGPO.2021.0199. [PMID: 35217511 PMCID: PMC9447317 DOI: 10.3399/bjgpo.2021.0199] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/19/2021] [Accepted: 02/22/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Lifestyle advice for hypertension or diabetes: trend analysis from 2002-2017 in England. Br J Gen Pract 2022; 72:e269-e275. [PMID: 35256386 PMCID: PMC8936182 DOI: 10.3399/bjgp.2021.0493] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/15/2021] [Accepted: 12/14/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Background Guidelines recommend that GPs give patients lifestyle advice to manage hypertension and diabetes. Increasing evidence shows that this is an effective and practical treatment for these conditions, but it is unclear whether GPs offer this support. Aim To investigate trends in the percentage of patients with hypertension/diabetes receiving lifestyle advice versus medication. Design and setting This was a trend analysis of self-reported data from the annual Health Survey for England (HSE) (2003–2017) and GP-recorded data from the QResearch database (2002–2016). Method The percentage of patients with hypertension or diabetes who received lifestyle advice or medication was calculated in each year. Associations between likelihood of receiving lifestyle advice and characteristics were assessed using multivariable logistic regression. Results The percentage of patients receiving lifestyle advice was consistently lower than those receiving medication in both self-reported and medical records. There was consistent evidence of increasing trends in the percentage of patients with hypertension receiving lifestyle advice (HSE 13.8% to 20.1%; Ptrend<0.001; QResearch 11.0% to 22.7%; Ptrend<0.001). For diabetes, there was a non-significant decline in self-reported receipt of lifestyle advice (45.0% to 27.9%; Ptrend = 0.111) and a significant increase in medically recorded delivery of this advice (20.7% to 40.5%; Ptrend<0.001). Patients with hypertension who were overweight or obese were more likely to receive lifestyle advice than those of a healthy weight, whereas the opposite was true for diabetes. Conclusion Only a minority of patients with diabetes or hypertension report receiving lifestyle advice or have this recorded in their medical records. Interventions beyond guidelines are needed to increase the delivery of behavioural interventions to treat these conditions.
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Lie HC, Juvet LK, Street RL, Gulbrandsen P, Mellblom AV, Brembo EA, Eide H, Heyn L, Saltveit KH, Strømme H, Sundling V, Turk E, Menichetti J. Effects of Physicians' Information Giving on Patient Outcomes: a Systematic Review. J Gen Intern Med 2022; 37:651-663. [PMID: 34355348 PMCID: PMC8858343 DOI: 10.1007/s11606-021-07044-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 7.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2021] [Accepted: 07/14/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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BACKGROUND Providing diagnostic and treatment information to patients is a core clinical skill, but evidence for the effectiveness of different information-giving strategies is inconsistent. This systematic review aimed to investigate the reported effects of empirically tested communication strategies for providing information on patient-related outcomes: information recall and (health-related) behaviors. METHODS The databases MEDLINE, Embase, PsycINFO (Ovid), Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, and relevant bibliographies were systematically searched from the inception to April 24, 2020, without restrictions, for articles testing information-giving strategies for physicians (PROSPERO ID: CRD42019115791). Pairs of independent reviewers identified randomized controlled studies with a low risk of selection bias as from the Cochrane risk of bias 2 tool. Main outcomes were grouped into patient information recall and behavioral outcomes (e.g., alcohol consumption, weight loss, participation in screening). Due to high heterogeneity in the data on effects of interventions, these outcomes were descriptively reported, together with studies', interventions', and information-giving strategies' characteristics. PRISMA guidelines were followed. RESULTS Seventeen of 9423 articles were included. Eight studies, reporting 10 interventions, assessed patient information recall: mostly conducted in experimental settings and testing a single information-giving strategy. Four of the ten interventions reported significant increase in recall. Nine studies assessed behavioral outcomes, mostly in real-life clinical settings and testing multiple information-giving strategies simultaneously. The heterogeneity in this group of studies was high. Eight of the nine interventions reported a significant positive effect on objectively and subjectively measured patients' behavioral outcomes. DISCUSSION Using specific framing strategies for achieving specific communication goals when providing information to patients appears to have positive effects on information recall and patient health-related behaviors. The heterogeneity observed in this group of studies testifies the need for a more consistent methodological and conceptual agenda when testing medical information-giving strategies. TRIAL REGISTRATION PROSPERO registration number: CRD42019115791.
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- Hanne C Lie
- Department of Behavioral Medicine, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- Centre for Health and Technology, Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, University of South-Eastern Norway, Drammen, Norway.,Norvegian Institute of Public Health, Oslo, Norway
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- Department of Communication, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, USA
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- Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway.,Health Services Research (HØKH) Centre, Akershus University Hospital, Lørenskog, Norway
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- Department of Behavioral Medicine, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway.,Regional Centre for Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Eastern and Southern Norway (RBUP), Oslo, Norway
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- Centre for Health and Technology, Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, University of South-Eastern Norway, Drammen, Norway
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- Centre for Health and Technology, Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, University of South-Eastern Norway, Drammen, Norway
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- Centre for Health and Technology, Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, University of South-Eastern Norway, Drammen, Norway
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- Department of Behavioral Medicine, Institute of Basic Medical Sciences, Faculty of Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- Library of Medicine and Science, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway
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- Centre for Health and Technology, Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, University of South-Eastern Norway, Drammen, Norway.,Department of Optometry, Radiography and Lighting Design, University of South-Eastern Norway, Kongsberg, Norway
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- Centre for Health and Technology, Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, University of South-Eastern Norway, Drammen, Norway.,Medical Faculty, University of Maribor, Maribor, Slovenia
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- Institute of Clinical Medicine, University of Oslo, Oslo, Norway. .,Health Services Research (HØKH) Centre, Akershus University Hospital, Lørenskog, Norway.
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Meade O, O'Brien M, Mc Sharry J, Lawless A, Coughlan S, Hart J, Hayes C, Keyworth C, Lavoie KL, Murphy AW, Murphy P, Noone C, O'Reilly O, Byrne M. Enhancing the implementation of the Making Every Contact Count brief behavioural intervention programme in Ireland: protocol for the Making MECC Work research programme. HRB Open Res 2022; 5:6. [PMID: 35224443 PMCID: PMC8847722 DOI: 10.12688/hrbopenres.13481.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 12/20/2021] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Background: Brief behavioural interventions offered by healthcare professionals to target health behavioural risk factors (e.g. physical activity, diet, smoking and drug and alcohol use) can positively impact patient health outcomes. The Irish Health Service Executive (HSE) Making Every Contact Count (MECC) Programme supports healthcare professionals to offer patients brief opportunistic behavioural interventions during routine consultations. The potential for MECC to impact public health depends on its uptake and implementation. Aim: This protocol outlines the ‘Making MECC Work’ research programme, a HSE/Health Behaviour Change Research Group collaboration to develop an implementation strategy to optimise uptake of MECC in Ireland. The programme will answer three research questions: (1) What determines delivery of MECC brief interventions by healthcare professionals at individual and organisational levels? (2) What are patient attitudes towards, and experiences of, receiving MECC interventions from healthcare professionals? (3) What evidence-informed implementation strategy options can be consensually developed with key stakeholders to optimise MECC implementation? Methods: In Work Package 1, we will examine determinants of MECC delivery by healthcare professionals using a multi-methods approach, including: (WP1.1) a national survey of healthcare professionals who have participated in MECC eLearning training and (WP1.2) a qualitative interview study with relevant healthcare professionals and HSE staff. In Work Package 2, we will examine patient attitudes towards, and experiences of, MECC using qualitative interviews. Work Package 3 will combine findings from Work Packages 1 and 2 using the Behaviour Change Wheel to identify and develop testable implementation strategy options (WP 3.1). Strategies will be refined and prioritised using a key stakeholder consensus process to develop a collaborative implementation blueprint to optimise and scale-up MECC (WP3.2). Discussion: Research programme outputs are expected to positively support the integration of MECC brief behaviour change interventions into the Irish healthcare system and inform the scale-up of behaviour change interventions internationally.
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- Oonagh Meade
- Health Behaviour Change Research Group, School of Psychology, NUI Galway, Galway, H91 EV56, Ireland
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- National Heart Programme, Integrated Care Programme for Chronic Disease, Clinical Design and Innovation, Office of the Chief Clinical Officer, Health Services Executive, Áras Sláinte, Wilton Road, Cork, T12 XRR0, Ireland
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- Health Behaviour Change Research Group, School of Psychology, NUI Galway, Galway, H91 EV56, Ireland
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- Health & Wellbeing, Strategy and Research, Healthcare Strategy, c/o Health Promotion and Improvement Office, Health Service Executive, Waterford, X91 T256, Ireland
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- Strategic Planning and Transformation, Health Service Executive, Cork, T12 WP62, Ireland
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- School of Medical Sciences, University of Manchester, Manchester, M13 9PT, UK
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- Public Health and Primary Care, School of Medicine, Trinity College Dubin, Dublin, D02 R590, Ireland
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- School of Psychology, University of Leeds, Leeds, LS2 9JT, UK
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- Montréal Behavioural Medicine Centre, CIUSSS-NIM, Hôpital Sacré-Cœur de Montréal, Montréal, Quebec, QC H4J 1C5, Canada
- Department of Psychology, University of Quebec at Montréal, Montréal, Quebec, QC H2L 2C4, Canada
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- Health Research Board Primary Care Clinical Trials Network Ireland, School of Medicine, NUI Galway, Galway, Ireland
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- Health Research Board Primary Care Clinical Trials Network Ireland, School of Medicine, NUI Galway, Galway, Ireland
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- Health Behaviour Change Research Group, School of Psychology, NUI Galway, Galway, H91 EV56, Ireland
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- Health and Wellbeing Division, HSE South East, Public Health Department, Health Service Executive, Kilkenny, Ireland
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- Health Behaviour Change Research Group, School of Psychology, NUI Galway, Galway, H91 EV56, Ireland
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Daley AJ. Time to get our teeth into reducing obesity: should dentists screen and deliver interventions to reduce obesity in the population? Br Dent J 2022; 232:78-79. [PMID: 35091605 PMCID: PMC8796197 DOI: 10.1038/s41415-022-3872-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/02/2021] [Accepted: 07/28/2021] [Indexed: 11/08/2022]
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Little attention has been devoted to how dentists and dental teams may be able to contribute to reducing obesity, by screening for obesity in the population and offering weight management interventions to those who might benefit. Drawing on the NHS Making Every Contact Count campaign, this paper presents a case as to why dentists have an instrumental role in contributing to the global public heath effort to reduce obesity in both adults and children. This paper suggests how dentists might learn lessons from GPs and practice nurses about how to best address and raise the topic of weight management within patient consultations. Lastly, this report offers some tangible plans of action for further research on this question.
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- Amanda J Daley
- Professor of Behavioural Medicine, The Centre for Lifestyle Medicine and Behaviour (CLiMB), Loughborough University, Loughborough, UK.
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Fontaine G, Cossette S. A theory-based adaptive E-learning program aimed at increasing intentions to provide brief behavior change counseling: Randomized controlled trial. NURSE EDUCATION TODAY 2021; 107:105112. [PMID: 34455287 DOI: 10.1016/j.nedt.2021.105112] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2021] [Revised: 08/10/2021] [Accepted: 08/16/2021] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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BACKGROUND Unhealthy behaviors are significant contributors to non-communicable diseases. Nurses can support patient health behavior change by providing brief behavior change counseling. However, training programs in brief counseling are generally not personalized, or adapted, to the barriers and theoretical determinants of its provision in clinical practice. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of the E_MOTIVA theory-based adaptive e-learning program on nurses' and nursing students' intentions to provide brief counseling for smoking, unhealthy eating habits and medication nonadherence. DESIGN AND METHODS A randomized controlled trial was conducted with nurses and nursing students in Canada. Experimental group participants were allocated to the E_MOTIVA theory-based adaptive e-learning program. Control group participants were allocated to the E_MOTIVB knowledge-based standardized e-learning program. E_MOTIVA was designed to influence the constructs of the Theory of Planned Behavior (e.g., attitude, subjective norms) in relation to brief counseling. Outcomes were improvement in intention to provide brief counseling, improvement in other Theory of Planned Behavior variables, as well as cognitive load and engagement related to e-learning. RESULTS A total of 102 participants were randomized to the experimental (n = 51) and control (n = 51) groups. End of study questionnaires were completed by 27 experimental group and 38 control group participants. Analyses indicated no significant differences between groups in the change of scores for intention to provide brief counseling. However, while not significant, the change of score was greater in the experimental group (10.22 ± 3.34 versus 9.04 ± 2.80; p = 0.787). Scores in both groups improved significantly for attitude, subjective norms, perceived behavioral control, behavioral beliefs, and control beliefs. However, there were no statistically significant differences between groups for these variables as well as for cognitive load and engagement. CONCLUSIONS Both e-learning programs had a similar positive effect on nurses' and nursing students' intentions to provide brief counseling and on Theory of Planned Behavior variables. TRIAL REGISTRATION ISRCTN Registry ISRCTN32603572; http://www.isrctn.com/ISRCTN32603572. INTERNATIONAL REGISTERED REPORT IDENTIFIER (IRRID) PRR1-10.2196/18894; https://doi.org/10.2196/18894.
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- Guillaume Fontaine
- Faculty of Nursing, Université de Montréal, 2375 Chemin de la Côte-Sainte-Catherine, Montréal, QC H3T 1A8, Canada; Montreal Heart Institute Research Center, 5000 Bélanger, Montréal, QC H1T 1C8, Canada.
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- Faculty of Nursing, Université de Montréal, 2375 Chemin de la Côte-Sainte-Catherine, Montréal, QC H3T 1A8, Canada; Montreal Heart Institute Research Center, 5000 Bélanger, Montréal, QC H1T 1C8, Canada.
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Noreik M, Madigan CD, Astbury NM, Edwards RM, Galal U, Mollison J, Ghebretinsea F, Jebb SA. Testing the short-term effectiveness of primary care referral to online weight loss programmes: A randomised controlled trial. Clin Obes 2021; 11:e12482. [PMID: 34612589 PMCID: PMC9285966 DOI: 10.1111/cob.12482] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/31/2021] [Revised: 05/18/2021] [Accepted: 06/30/2021] [Indexed: 12/28/2022]
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Guidelines ask health professionals to offer brief advice to encourage weight loss for people living with obesity. We tested whether referral to one of three online programmes could lead to successful weight loss. A total of 528 participants aged ≥18 years with a body mass index of ≥30 kg/m2 were invited via a letter from their GP. Participants were randomised to one of three online weight loss programmes (NHS Weight Loss Plan, Rosemary Online or Slimming World Online) or to a control group receiving no intervention. Participants self-reported weight at baseline and 8 weeks. The primary outcome was weight change in each of the active intervention groups compared with control. We also compared the proportion of participants losing ≥5% or ≥10% of body weight. For Rosemary, Online mean weight loss was modestly greater than control (-1.5 kg [95% confidence interval (CI) -2.3 to -0.6]) and more than three times as many participants in this group lost ≥5% (relative risk [RR] = 3.64, 95% CI: 1.63-8.1). For Slimming World, mean weight loss was not significantly different from control (-0.8 kg [95%CI -1.7 to 0.1]), twice as many participants lost ≥5% (RR = 2.70, 1.17-6.23). There was no significant difference in weight loss for participants using the NHS Weight Loss Plan (-0.4 kg, [95% CI -1.3 to 0.5]), or the proportion losing ≥5% (RR = 2.09, 0.87-5.01). Only one of three online weight loss programmes was superior to no intervention and the effect size modest among participants living with obesity.
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- Michaela Noreik
- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health SciencesUniversity of Oxford, Radcliffe Observatory QuarterOxfordUK
- NIHR Oxford Biomedical Research CentreOxford University Hospitals, NHS Foundation TrustOxfordUK
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health SciencesUniversity of Oxford, Radcliffe Observatory QuarterOxfordUK
- NIHR Oxford Biomedical Research CentreOxford University Hospitals, NHS Foundation TrustOxfordUK
- Centre for Lifestyle Medicine and BehaviourLoughborough UniversityLeicestershireUK
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health SciencesUniversity of Oxford, Radcliffe Observatory QuarterOxfordUK
- NIHR Oxford Biomedical Research CentreOxford University Hospitals, NHS Foundation TrustOxfordUK
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health SciencesUniversity of Oxford, Radcliffe Observatory QuarterOxfordUK
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health SciencesUniversity of Oxford, Radcliffe Observatory QuarterOxfordUK
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health SciencesUniversity of Oxford, Radcliffe Observatory QuarterOxfordUK
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health SciencesUniversity of Oxford, Radcliffe Observatory QuarterOxfordUK
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health SciencesUniversity of Oxford, Radcliffe Observatory QuarterOxfordUK
- NIHR Oxford Biomedical Research CentreOxford University Hospitals, NHS Foundation TrustOxfordUK
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Payne Riches S, Piernas C, Aveyard P, Sheppard JP, Rayner M, Albury C, Jebb SA. A Mobile Health Salt Reduction Intervention for People With Hypertension: Results of a Feasibility Randomized Controlled Trial. JMIR Mhealth Uhealth 2021; 9:e26233. [PMID: 34673535 PMCID: PMC8569539 DOI: 10.2196/26233] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/03/2020] [Revised: 03/11/2021] [Accepted: 05/07/2021] [Indexed: 01/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND A high-salt diet is a risk factor for hypertension and cardiovascular disease; therefore, reducing dietary salt intake is a key part of prevention strategies. There are few effective salt reduction interventions suitable for delivery in the primary care setting, where the majority of the management and diagnosis of hypertension occurs. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study is to assess the feasibility of a complex behavioral intervention to lower salt intake in people with elevated blood pressure and test the trial procedures for a randomized controlled trial to investigate the intervention's effectiveness. METHODS This feasibility study was an unblinded, randomized controlled trial of a mobile health intervention for salt reduction versus an advice leaflet (control). The intervention was developed using the Behavior Change Wheel and comprised individualized, brief advice from a health care professional with the use of the SaltSwap app. Participants with an elevated blood pressure recorded in the clinic were recruited through primary care practices in the United Kingdom. Primary outcomes assessed the feasibility of progression to a larger trial, including follow-up attendance, fidelity of intervention delivery, and app use. Secondary outcomes were objectively assessed using changes in salt intake (measured via 24-hour urine collection), salt content of purchased foods, and blood pressure. Qualitative outcomes were assessed using the think-aloud method, and the process outcomes were evaluated. RESULTS A total of 47 participants were randomized. All progression criteria were met: follow-up attendance (45/47, 96%), intervention fidelity (25/31, 81%), and app use (27/31, 87%). There was no evidence that the intervention significantly reduced the salt content of purchased foods, salt intake, or blood pressure; however, this feasibility study was not powered to detect changes in secondary outcomes. Process and qualitative outcomes demonstrated that the trial design was feasible and the intervention was acceptable to both individuals and practitioners and positively influenced salt intake behaviors. CONCLUSIONS The intervention was acceptable and feasible to deliver within primary care; the trial procedures were practicable, and there was sufficient signal of potential efficacy to change salt intake. With some improvements to the intervention app, a larger trial to assess intervention effectiveness for reducing salt intake and blood pressure is warranted. TRIAL REGISTRATION International Standard Randomized Controlled Trial Number (ISRCTN): 20910962; https://www.isrctn.com/ISRCTN20910962.
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- Sarah Payne Riches
- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom
- National Institute for Health Research, Oxford Biomedical Research Centre, Oxford University Hospitals, Oxford, United Kingdom
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom
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- Nuffield Department of Population Health, University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom
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- Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, United Kingdom
- National Institute for Health Research, Oxford Biomedical Research Centre, Oxford University Hospitals, Oxford, United Kingdom
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Evans JMM, Ireland AV, Cameron DM, Clarke KM, Eades CE. Postpartum opportunistic advice in primary care for women who have had gestational diabetes: a qualitative study of health care professionals' views. BMC FAMILY PRACTICE 2021; 22:209. [PMID: 34666697 PMCID: PMC8527649 DOI: 10.1186/s12875-021-01558-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/07/2021] [Accepted: 09/06/2021] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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BACKGROUND Women who have had gestational diabetes during pregnancy are at very high risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life, but their understanding of the risks is often limited. In this study we explored the views of health care professionals regarding offering brief opportunistic advice to women after their pregnancy, during unrelated consultations in primary care, relating to reducing diabetes risk. METHODS The study took place in three Health Boards in Scotland. We conducted semi-structured one-to-one interviews (either face-to-face or telephone) with two health visitors, three practice nurses, two GPs, two diabetes consultants and two obstetricians. A focus group with five health visitors was also held. A topic guide was followed, covering the feasibility and acceptability of delivering brief opportunistic advice during a routine consultation, the optimal way to identify and recall women with previous gestational diabetes, and the possible content and timing of any such intervention. A thematic approach was used to analyse the qualitative data generated. RESULTS The interviews/discussion lasted from 15 to 51 min. There was widespread support from all participants for offering opportunistic advice, and general consensus that health visitors would be best placed to do this as part of the Universal Health Visiting Pathway in Scotland. Thematic analysis generated three significant points of discussion: implications for training of health visitors, the need for a systematic approach to identifying women with gestational diabetes, and the optimal timing of delivery. Despite an already demanding schedule of providing advice and education to women, health visitors were confident that they could offer educational advice, provided that they received appropriate training to do so. However, there would need to be a watertight system for identifying women in their care who had had gestational diabetes. In terms of timing, later visits around 6-8 months after delivery were considered most suitable. CONCLUSIONS There is support from health care professionals, and most pertinently from health visitors, that the frequency of routine visits with women during the Universal Health Visiting Pathway programme in Scotland provides potential opportunities for education around future diabetes risk to women who have had gestational diabetes.
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- Josie M. M. Evans
- Faculty of Health Sciences and Sport, University of Stirling, Stirling, Scotland FK9 4LA UK
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- Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Stirling, Stirling, Scotland FK9 4LA UK
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- School of Health and Life Sciences, University of the West of Scotland, Glasgow, G72 OLH UK
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- Faculty of Health Sciences and Sport, University of Stirling, Stirling, Scotland FK9 4LA UK
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- Faculty of Health Sciences and Sport, University of Stirling, Stirling, Scotland FK9 4LA UK
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Patient and practitioner views on cancer risk discussions in primary care: a qualitative study. BJGP Open 2021; 6:BJGPO.2021.0108. [PMID: 34645652 PMCID: PMC8958738 DOI: 10.3399/bjgpo.2021.0108] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2021] [Accepted: 10/07/2021] [Indexed: 12/04/2022] Open
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Background It is estimated that nearly 600 000 cancer cases in the UK could have been avoided in the past 5 years if people had healthier lifestyles, with the principle modifiable risk factors being smoking, obesity, alcohol consumption, and inactivity. There is growing interest in the use of cancer risk information in general practice to encourage lifestyle modification. Aim To explore the views and experiences of patients and practitioners in relation to cancer prevention and cancer risk discussions in general practice. Design & setting Qualitative study among patients and practitioners in general practices in Glasgow, UK. Method Semi-structured interviews were conducted with nine practitioners (five GPs and four practice nurses, recruited purposively from practices based on list size and deprivation status), and 13 patients (aged 30–60 years, with two or more specified comorbidities). Results Currently, cancer risk discussions focus on smoking and cancer, with links between alcohol and/or obesity and cancer rarely made. There was support for the use of the personalised cancer risk tool as an additional resource in primary care. Practitioners felt practice nurses were best placed to use it. Use in planned appointments (for example, chronic disease reviews) was preferred over opportunistic use. Concerns were expressed, however, about generating anxiety, time constraints, and widening inequalities. Conclusion Health behaviour change is complex and the provision of information alone is unlikely to have significant effects. Personalised risk tools may have a role, but important concerns about their use remain, particularly in areas of socioeconomic disadvantage.
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Mixed Methods Process Evaluation of a National Peer-Led Training Program to Increase Brief Advice on Physical Activity Given By Health Care Professionals. J Phys Act Health 2021; 18:1372-1382. [PMID: 34627128 DOI: 10.1123/jpah.2021-0188] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2021] [Revised: 08/17/2021] [Accepted: 08/20/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Health care professionals are well-positioned to encourage physical activity. The Clinical Champions Physical Activity Training Program (CCTP) aimed to increase population-level physical activity across England. This study aimed to (1) evaluate CCTP uptake and utilization; (2) explore CCTP fidelity, barriers, facilitators, and satisfaction; and (3) provide recommendations for program improvement. METHODS Physical Activity Clinical Champions were recruited and trained to deliver training to other health care professionals about physical activity. The Reach, Effectiveness, Adoption, Implementation, and Maintenance (RE-AIM) framework was used to conduct a process evaluation using data collected from CCTP training sessions delivered (often at hospitals and General Practitioner surgeries) between February and December 2018. RESULTS About 509 training sessions were delivered, with 89% of sessions delivered by doctor/physician and nurse Clinical Champions; 8917 health care professionals attended a training session. Sessions lasted on average 1 hour 28 minutes and core slide sets were used in 65% of sessions. Barriers related to arranging the sessions and time available to deliver sessions. CONCLUSION The process evaluation demonstrated a national peer-led training program can reach all geographical regions of England; however, barriers need to be addressed. Recommendations include providing more administrative support to the Clinical Champions, improving communication and advertising to raise awareness of the CCTP, and standardizing training session duration and content.
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de Lannoy L, Cowan T, Fernandez A, Ross R. Physical activity, diet, and weight loss in patients recruited from primary care settings: An update on obesity management interventions. Obes Sci Pract 2021; 7:619-628. [PMID: 34631139 PMCID: PMC8488444 DOI: 10.1002/osp4.514] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2021] [Revised: 03/18/2021] [Accepted: 03/23/2021] [Indexed: 12/15/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Obesity and related comorbidities are the most common chronic conditions in North America where behavior modification including the adoption of physical activity (PA) and a healthful diet are primary treatment strategies. Patients are more likely to engage in behavior modification if encouraged by their physician; however, behavioral counseling in primary care rarely occurs due to lack of training and resources. A more effective method may be to refer patients from clinical settings to other health professionals. OBJECTIVE This systematic review examines the effectiveness of behavior-based counseling for obesity management among participants referred from clinical settings. METHODS PubMed, CINAHL, and EMBASE were used to identify randomized clinical trials (2014-2020) for weight loss with the following inclusion criteria: trial duration ≥12 months, included a control or usual care group, recruited adults with overweight or obesity from primary care and/or treated in the primary care setting, and the intervention included counseling on PA and diet. RESULTS Seventeen studies, encompassing 21 different intervention groups with 6185 unique participants (56% female) met the inclusion criteria. All participants had overweight or obesity, with a body mass index between 28.2 and 41.0 kg/m2. In 11 (52%) of the intervention groups, significant weight loss in the intervention group was observed compared to usual care (mean weight loss: 4.9[2.1] kg vs. 1.0[0.9] kg). In 13 out of 18 interventions (72%) reporting weight loss at two time points, weight regain was observed by 12 months. Statistically significant weight loss was observed in one intervention (of two total) that was longer than 12 months. CONCLUSIONS Sustained weight loss regardless of the behavior-based, intervention strategy remains a challenge for most adults. Given the established benefits of routine PA and a healthful diet, prioritizing the adoption of healthy behaviors regardless of weight loss may be a more effective strategy for ensuring long-term health benefit.
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- Louise de Lannoy
- School of Kinesiology and Health StudiesQueen's UniversityKingstonOntarioCanada
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- School of Kinesiology and Health StudiesQueen's UniversityKingstonOntarioCanada
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- School of Kinesiology and Health StudiesQueen's UniversityKingstonOntarioCanada
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- School of Kinesiology and Health StudiesQueen's UniversityKingstonOntarioCanada
- School of MedicineFaculty of Health SciencesQueen's UniversityKingstonOntarioCanada
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Oliver D, Andrews K. Brief intervention of low carbohydrate dietary advice: clinic results and a review of the literature. Curr Opin Endocrinol Diabetes Obes 2021; 28:496-502. [PMID: 34310366 DOI: 10.1097/med.0000000000000665] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW The purpose of the review is to assess the efficacy of a brief intervention of low carbohydrate dietary advice for weight loss in patients with a raised body mass index (BMI) (>25 kg/m2) during routine patient appointments in primary care. RECENT FINDINGS Brief interventions in primary care have been shown to be a valuable tool in supporting patients to make lifestyle changes. Low carbohydrate diets have been successful in helping patients lose weight.The authors carried out a retrospective observational study based on the electronic records from a single general practitioner surgery with 7,500 patients in Essex, UK. Low carbohydrate dietary advice was given opportunistically to patients with a raised BMI, over an 18 month period, with advice and weights recorded. In total, 774 patients were given low carbohydrate dietary advice. Overall, 1103 kg of weight was lost by 339 patients, there was a median weight loss of 2.5 kg (interquartile range 0.0-6.0 kg) and a mean weight loss of 3.3 kg. SUMMARY There is no published literature available assessing the efficacy of brief interventions of low carbohydrate dietary advice. Our clinic results indicate that this may be an effective weight loss tool in primary care.
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Salisbury H. Helen Salisbury: Has your weight changed recently? BMJ 2021; 374:n2301. [PMID: 34548291 DOI: 10.1136/bmj.n2301] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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