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Darko N, Millet N, Usman A, Teece L, Moss EL. Exploring the perspectives of underrepresented voices: Perceptions and experiences of uterine cancer for black African, Caribbean, black British, and mixed-black women in the UK to develop strategies for early symptom presentation. Gynecol Oncol 2024; 180:132-138. [PMID: 38091772 DOI: 10.1016/j.ygyno.2023.11.030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/12/2023] [Revised: 11/23/2023] [Accepted: 11/26/2023] [Indexed: 02/18/2024]
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OBJECTIVES The uterine cancer (UC) mortality rate in the UK is significantly higher for women who belong to a Black ethnic group compared to those from other ethnic groups. This study aimed to understand the views and experiences of UC amongst Black ethnic minority women in the UK, with a focus on awareness and presentation of red-flag symptoms. METHODS Women of Black African, Caribbean, Black British and Mixed-Black ethnicity were purposefully recruited to participate in focus groups and individual semi-structured interviews. RESULTS Twenty women from different regions in England participated in the study. Reflexive thematic analysis of the data led to the identification of three main themes: 1) Healthcare inequities; 2) Support and sense making with other Black women; and 3) Knowledge dissemination, mobilisation, and empowerment. Perceptions of inequitable healthcare provision and distrust influenced how participants, and their peer networks, approached seeking assistance from healthcare professionals. Concerns were also raised about culturally insensitive information resources, including issues of language, literacy, and representation, all of which served as potential barriers for women within Black ethnic minority groups. CONCLUSIONS The deficiency of targeted knowledge mobilisation and specific UC information aimed at Black ethnicity women living in the UK, reportedly contributes to the dissemination of misconceptions and an atmosphere of apprehension around a UC diagnosis. The insights from this study highlight the significance of designing culturally sensitive strategies to promote informed decision-making and empower the dissemination of accurate health knowledge amongst Black women.
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- N Darko
- College of Life Sciences, University of Leicester, University Road, Leicester, LE1 7RH, UK.
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- College of Life Sciences, University of Leicester, University Road, Leicester, LE1 7RH, UK
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- College of Life Sciences, University of Leicester, University Road, Leicester, LE1 7RH, UK
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- College of Life Sciences, University of Leicester, University Road, Leicester, LE1 7RH, UK
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- College of Life Sciences, University of Leicester, University Road, Leicester, LE1 7RH, UK; University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, Infirmary Square, Leicester, LE1 5WW, UK
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Mandane B, Amirthanayagam A, Patel N, Darko N, Moss EL. Attitudes and barriers to participation in window-of-opportunity trials reported by White and Asian/Asian British ethnicity patients who have undergone treatment for endometrial cancer. Trials 2023; 24:754. [PMID: 38007461 PMCID: PMC10676569 DOI: 10.1186/s13063-023-07572-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/15/2022] [Accepted: 08/04/2023] [Indexed: 11/27/2023] Open
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PURPOSE Window-of-opportunity trials (WOT) are a study design that have been used to investigate drug activity in endometrial cancer (EC). Recruitment to cancer clinical trials by patients from ethnic minority groups is reported to be lower than for patients of White ethnicity. METHODS A verbal questionnaire was conducted with White and Asian/Asian British ethnicity patients who had undergone treatment for EC. Strategic purposeful sampling was used to recruit patients from diverse social/educational backgrounds. Questions explored: background knowledge of clinical research, WOT study design, and views on medications that might be investigated. Thematic analysis was used to explore motivations for WOT participation and perceived barriers. RESULTS In total, 21 patients were recruited to the study (15 White and 6 Asian/Asian British). Views on optimum time to receive trial information differed, preferences ranging from 'at the time of diagnosis' to 'a few days after diagnosis'. The choice of medication under investigation had a strong influence on potential willingness to participate, with greater interest reported in medications derived from vitamins or food supplements rather than hormone-based drugs. Potential barriers to participation included concern over potential side-effects and the emotional/physical burden of a cancer diagnosis prior to major surgery. DISCUSSION This study provides important insights into patients' views on WOT participation in EC and raises issues that need to be considered for future trial design and participant recruitment materials. The timing and format of study information and type of substance under investigation were factors influencing potential participation. Future studies should consider using multi-lingual visual information videos to address information needs, as this may encourage participation by ethnic minority patients.
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- B Mandane
- Faculty of Health and Life Sciences, De Montfort University, Leicester, UK
- University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, Infirmary Square, Leicester, LE1 5WW, UK
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- College of Life Sciences, University of Leicester, University Road, Leicester, LE1 7RH, UK
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- University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, Infirmary Square, Leicester, LE1 5WW, UK
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- College of Life Sciences, University of Leicester, University Road, Leicester, LE1 7RH, UK
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- University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, Infirmary Square, Leicester, LE1 5WW, UK.
- College of Life Sciences, University of Leicester, University Road, Leicester, LE1 7RH, UK.
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Willis A, Chatio S, Darko N, Nonterah EA, Zakariah-Akoto S, Alale J, Jones CR, Curtis F, Kunutsor S, Ansah PO, Seidu S. Cardiovascular disease prevention: Community Based Asset Mapping within religious networks in a rural Sub-Saharan African neighbourhood. PLOS Glob Public Health 2023; 3:e0002201. [PMID: 37862285 PMCID: PMC10588837 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pgph.0002201] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2023] [Accepted: 08/31/2023] [Indexed: 10/22/2023]
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Prevalence of conditions which raise cardiovascular risk, such as hypertension and type 2 diabetes are seeing a dramatic rise in Sub Saharan Africa. A large proportion of these cases remain undiagnosed and there is limited resource to provide patients with self-management support and education once diagnosed. This study aimed to identify and catalogue community-based assets for the purposes of developing and deploying a screening and education programme for cardiometabolic risk factors (diabetes and hypertension) within religious organisations in a local community in a rural Ghanaian context. We utilised a community-based form of participatory research made up of a number of different components including community-based asset mapping and stakeholder consultation, supplemented by 18 in-depth interviews and 10 focus groups with n = 115 service users, to map existing assets with relevance to cardiometabolic health in this setting and context. Thematic analysis of interview and focus group data was performed to identify themes related to successful implementation of health screening. Two stakeholder workshops with local healthcare professionals, faith leaders and health policy makers were delivered to co-produced a prioritised list of recommendations and 'asset map' to aid deployment of mass screening within faith organisations in this context. The findings of this research highlight a number of 'hidden' community assets and motivational mechanisms at an individual, community and institutional levels; these have informed a list of recommendations which have been co-developed with the stakeholder group and local community to support the development of effective screening strategies for cardiometabolic conditions within faith organisations in this context. We have identified key mechanisms and assets which would support a sustainable screening approach designed to engage an underserved community at high CVD risk to promote general community health and well-being.
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- Andrew Willis
- School of Public Health, University College Cork, Cork, Ireland
- HRB Clinical Research Facility, University College 8 Cork, Cork, Ireland
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- Navrongo Health Research Centre, Ghana Health Service, Navrongo, Ghana
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- NIHR Leicester Biomedical Research Centre, University of Leicester, Leicester, United Kingdom
- Leicester Diabetes Centre, University of Leicester, Leicester, United Kingdom
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- Navrongo Health Research Centre, Ghana Health Service, Navrongo, Ghana
- Julius Global Health, Julius Centre for Health Sciences and Primary Care, University Medical Centre Utrecht, Utrecht University, Utrecht, the Netherlands
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- Navrongo Health Research Centre, Ghana Health Service, Navrongo, Ghana
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- Department of Psychology and Vison Sciences, University of Leicester, Leicester, United Kingdom
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- Institute of Population Health, University of Liverpool, Liverpool, United Kingdom
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- Leicester Diabetes Centre, University of Leicester, Leicester, United Kingdom
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- Navrongo Health Research Centre, Ghana Health Service, Navrongo, Ghana
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- Leicester Diabetes Centre, University of Leicester, Leicester, United Kingdom
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Moss EL, Teece L, Darko N. Uterine cancer mortality and Black women: time to act. Lancet Oncol 2023; 24:586-588. [PMID: 37269839 DOI: 10.1016/s1470-2045(23)00113-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/10/2023] [Revised: 02/16/2023] [Accepted: 03/14/2023] [Indexed: 06/05/2023]
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- Esther L Moss
- National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Leicester Biomedical Research Centre, Leicester, UK; Leicester Cancer Research Centre, University of Leicester, Leicester, UK; University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, Leicester, UK
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- National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Leicester Biomedical Research Centre, Leicester, UK; Department of Population Health Sciences, University of Leicester, Leicester, UK
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- National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Leicester Biomedical Research Centre, Leicester, UK; College of Life Sciences, University of Leicester, Leicester, UK; School of Media, Communication, and Sociology, University of Leicester, Leicester, UK.
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Harrison H, Burns M, Darko N, Jones C. Exploring the benefits of nature-based interventions in socio-economically deprived communities: a narrative review of the evidence to date. Perspect Public Health 2023; 143:156-172. [PMID: 37178030 DOI: 10.1177/17579139231170768] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/15/2023]
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AIM Socio-economic deprivation encompasses the relative disadvantage experienced by individuals or communities in relation to financial, material or social resources. Nature-based interventions (NBIs) are a public health approach that promote sustainable, healthy communities through engagement with nature and show potential to address inequalities experienced by socio-economically deprived communities. This narrative review aims to identify and evaluate the benefits of NBIs in socio-economically deprived communities. METHOD A systematic literature search of six electronic publication databases (APA PsycInfo, CENTRAL, CDSR, CINAHL, Medline and Web of Science) was conducted on 5 February 2021 and repeated on 30 August 2022. In total, 3852 records were identified and 18 experimental studies (published between 2015 and 2022) were included in this review. RESULTS Interventions including therapeutic horticulture, care farming, green exercise and wilderness arts and craft were evaluated in the literature. Key benefits were observed for cost savings, diet diversity, food security, anthropometric outcomes, mental health outcomes, nature visits, physical activity and physical health. Age, gender, ethnicity, level of engagement and perception of environment safety influenced the effectiveness of the interventions. CONCLUSION Results demonstrate there are clear benefits of NBIs on economic, environmental, health and social outcomes. Further research including qualitative analyses, more stringent experimental designs and use of standardised outcome measures is recommended.
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- H Harrison
- Department of Psychology and Vision Sciences, University of Leicester, Leicester, LE1 7RH, UK
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- School of Biological Sciences, University of Leicester, Leicester, UK
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- NIHR Leicester Biomedical Research Centre & School of Media, Communication and Sociology, University of Leicester, Leicester, UK
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- Clinical Psychology, Psychology and Vision Sciences, George Davies Centre, University of Leicester, University Road, Leicester, LE1 7RH, UK
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Robinson T, Robertson N, Curtis F, Darko N, Jones CR. Examining Psychosocial and Economic Barriers to Green Space Access for Racialised Individuals and Families: A Narrative Literature Review of the Evidence to Date. Int J Environ Res Public Health 2022; 20:745. [PMID: 36613069 PMCID: PMC9819928 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph20010745] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/06/2022] [Revised: 12/21/2022] [Accepted: 12/22/2022] [Indexed: 06/17/2023]
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BACKGROUND Social prescribing (such as green social prescribing), aims to address health disparities cross-culturally to improve well-being. However, evidence highlights racial disparities in relation to access to quality green space (including local/national parks and recreational spaces). This review aimed to identify the psycho-socioeconomic barriers to green space access for racialised individuals/families and Black Indigenous People of Colour (BIPOC), to understand what cultural adaptations might be made to help support them to access green social prescribing within the UK. METHOD A narrative systematic review was conducted to identify barriers to green space access for racialised individuals/families and BIPOC. Searches of publication databases (APA PsycInfo, Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews [CDSR], Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials [CENTRAL], Cumulated Index to Nursing and Allied Health Literature [CINAHL], and SCOPUS Preview) were undertaken from January to February 2022, to identify quantitative peer reviewed studies. Of the 4493 abstracts identified, ten studies met the inclusion criteria and were included for final review. RESULTS The results suggest that interpersonal, practical (such as transportation costs, entrance fees and lodging costs) and environmental factors can act as barriers to green space access for racialised individuals/families. Most frequently reported barriers were perceptions of safety and costs associated with travel and accessing green spaces, particularly for families. CONCLUSION Factors such as diversity-friendly schemes (e.g., multiple languages on signs and additional prayer spaces in parks), funding and strategies to improve safety should be considered in the design and commissioning of green space and green social prescribing initiatives in primary care. By mitigating these barriers green space can become more accessible and improve inclusivity for racialised individuals/families. Future research could explore the inter-racial differences between racialised populations and which mechanisms reduce barriers to access and in what contexts.
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- Tila Robinson
- Department of Psychology and Vison Sciences, University of Leicester, Leicester LE1 7RH, UK
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- Department of Psychology and Vison Sciences, University of Leicester, Leicester LE1 7RH, UK
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- Centre for Ethnic Health, University of Leicester, Leicester LE1 7RH, UK
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- School of Sociology, University of Leicester, Leicester LE1 7RH, UK
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- Department of Psychology and Vison Sciences, University of Leicester, Leicester LE1 7RH, UK
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Routen A, Darko N, Willis A, Miksza J, Khunti K. The impact of Covid-19 and lockdown measures on self-reported life satisfaction and social relationships does not differ by ethnicity. J Public Health (Oxf) 2021; 43:e241-e243. [PMID: 32930715 PMCID: PMC7543555 DOI: 10.1093/pubmed/fdaa160] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2020] [Revised: 08/13/2020] [Accepted: 08/14/2020] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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- Ash Routen
- Diabetes Research Centre, University of Leicester, Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK
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- Centre for Black and Minority Ethnic Health, University of Leicester, Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK
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- Diabetes Research Centre, University of Leicester, Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK.,Centre for Black and Minority Ethnic Health, University of Leicester, Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK
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- Leicester Real World Evidence Unit, Diabetes Research Centre, University of Leicester, Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK
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- Diabetes Research Centre, University of Leicester, Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK.,Centre for Black and Minority Ethnic Health, University of Leicester, Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK
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Routen A, Darko N, Willis A, Miksza J, Khunti K. "It's so tough for us now" - COVID-19 has negatively impacted religious practices relating to death among minority ethnic groups. Public Health 2021; 194:146-148. [PMID: 33906088 DOI: 10.1016/j.puhe.2021.03.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/24/2020] [Revised: 02/26/2021] [Accepted: 03/03/2021] [Indexed: 11/18/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of the study was to investigate the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and prevention measures on religious practices after death, by ethnic grouping, in an opportunistic/convenience sample of UK adults. METHODS We distributed a questionnaire online and in hard copy between May 1 and June 18, 2020, via social media, post and face-to-face contact in Leicester, a multi-ethnic city in the UK. RESULTS From 980 adults providing consent, 665 completed some or all survey items and provided ethnicity data. More than double the proportion of Black and South Asian individuals reported religious practices relating to death, burials or funerals being affected by COVID-19 than White groups. Of the 151 participants reporting practices being impacted, a greater proportion of ethnic minority groups reported restricted access/alteration to eight death-related practices (e.g., funeral attendance) compared with White groups (significantly different for all practices, P < 0.05). CONCLUSION The initial phase of the COVID-19 pandemic in the UK has negatively impacted on the ability to conduct religious practices after death in all ethnic groups, but the impact appears greater in ethnic minority populations than in White groups. There is a need for further qualitative research on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on death and burial practices of minority ethnic groups.
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- A Routen
- Diabetes Research Centre, University of Leicester, Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK.
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- Centre for Black and Minority Ethnic Health, University of Leicester, Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK; Stephen Lawrence Research Centre, De Montfort University, Leicester, UK.
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- Diabetes Research Centre, University of Leicester, Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK; Centre for Black and Minority Ethnic Health, University of Leicester, Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK.
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- Leicester Real World Evidence Unit, Diabetes Research Centre, University of Leicester, Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK.
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- Diabetes Research Centre, University of Leicester, Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK; Centre for Black and Minority Ethnic Health, University of Leicester, Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK; Leicester Real World Evidence Unit, Diabetes Research Centre, University of Leicester, Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK.
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Darko N, Dallosso H, Hadjiconstantinou M, Hulley K, Khunti K, Davies M. Qualitative evaluation of A Safer Ramadan, a structured education programme that addresses the safer observance of Ramadan for Muslims with Type 2 diabetes. Diabetes Res Clin Pract 2020; 160:107979. [PMID: 31838120 DOI: 10.1016/j.diabres.2019.107979] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/25/2019] [Revised: 11/13/2019] [Accepted: 12/10/2019] [Indexed: 10/25/2022]
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AIMS Muslims can choose to fast during Ramadan. Guidelines exist for providing clinical support for this group, but there is a lack of culturally tailored diabetes management interventions to provide guidance. The study evaluates the implementation of a programme developed to meet this need. METHODS A Safer Ramadan is a multi-faceted package comprising a self-management and community awareness programme, and healthcare professional training. Implementation of the programme took place in two cities in the UK, prior to Ramadan 2017. Uptake and attendance were determined, and qualitative interviews and focus groups were completed with people attending the programme, and with various stakeholders involved in implementation and delivery. RESULTS Success of the implementation varied and engagement by primary care was limited. Three central themes emerged from the interviews highlighting barriers and facilitators of the programme implementation. These were the referral pathway, programme content and feedback on the delivery of the programme. CONCLUSIONS Provision of interventions that provide support and education for Muslims during Ramadan was implemented in communities and valued by GPs and practice nurses. However, heavy workloads to support delivery made it difficult for practices to engage. Recommendations for future delivery of the programme indicate that greater attention should be given to marketing and its supporting practices. Furthermore, training for practice nurses to support patients prior to Ramadan and provision of funding is required.
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- Natalie Darko
- Centre for Black and Minority Ethnic Health, University of Leicester, Leicester, UK.
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- Leicester Diabetes Centre, University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, Leicester, UK
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- Leicester Diabetes Centre, University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust, Leicester, UK
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- Diabetes Research Centre, College of Medicine, Leicester, UK
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- Diabetes Research Centre, College of Medicine, Leicester, UK
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Razieh C, Khunti K, Davies MJ, Edwardson CL, Henson J, Darko N, Comber A, Jones A, Yates T. Association of depression and anxiety with clinical, sociodemographic, lifestyle and environmental factors in South Asian and white European individuals at high risk of diabetes. Diabet Med 2019; 36:1158-1167. [PMID: 31081286 DOI: 10.1111/dme.13986] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 05/10/2019] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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AIM To investigate the prevalence and correlates of depressive and anxiety symptoms within South Asian and white European populations at high risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. METHODS Data were collected at baseline, and at 12, 24 and 36 months from 1429 white European individuals (age 64±7 years, 35.8% women) and 160 South Asian individuals (age 59±9 years, 30.6% women) who were at high risk of Type 2 diabetes and who took part in two Type 2 diabetes prevention trials in Leicestershire, UK. The Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale was administered during each study visit. Clinical, sociodemographic, lifestyle and environmental data were collected. RESULTS At baseline, the burden of depressive symptoms varied by ethnic group and gender, with 9.9% of white European men, 14.9% of white European women, 23.6% of South Asian men and 29.2% of South Asian women exceeding the cut-off score for mild-to-severe depression. During the course of the study and after adjustment for clinical, sociodemographic, lifestyle and environmental factors, depressive symptoms remained higher in the South Asian compared to the white European participants [score higher by 1.5, 95% CI 0.9-2.1]. Levels of anxiety were also higher in the South Asian participants, although associations were attenuated after adjustment. Social deprivation, BMI, proximity to fast-food outlets and physical activity were correlates for depression in both the South Asian and white European participants. CONCLUSIONS A higher burden of depressive symptoms was consistently evident among the South Asian individuals, even after adjustment for multiple covariates. It is important to understand both the reasons why these differences are present, to help reduce health inequalities, and whether higher levels of depressive symptoms affect the uptake of and retention rates in diabetes prevention programmes in South Asian communities.
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- C Razieh
- Diabetes Research Centre, University of Leicester, Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK
- National Institute for Health Research, Leicester Biomedical Research Centre (BRC), Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK
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- Diabetes Research Centre, University of Leicester, Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK
- Leicester Diabetes Centre, University Hospitals of Leicester, Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK
- NIHR Collaboration for Leadership in Applied Health Research and Care - East Midlands, Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK
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- Diabetes Research Centre, University of Leicester, Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK
- National Institute for Health Research, Leicester Biomedical Research Centre (BRC), Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK
- Leicester Diabetes Centre, University Hospitals of Leicester, Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK
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- Diabetes Research Centre, University of Leicester, Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK
- National Institute for Health Research, Leicester Biomedical Research Centre (BRC), Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK
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- Diabetes Research Centre, University of Leicester, Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK
- National Institute for Health Research, Leicester Biomedical Research Centre (BRC), Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK
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- Centre of Black and Minority Ethnic Health, University of Leicester, Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK
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- School of Geography, University of Leeds, Leeds, UK
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- Norwich Medical School, University of East Anglia, Chancellor's Drive, Norwich, UK
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- Diabetes Research Centre, University of Leicester, Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK
- National Institute for Health Research, Leicester Biomedical Research Centre (BRC), Leicester General Hospital, Leicester, UK
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Darko N. “Get up, shut up and stop being a fanny”: Rugby Union men and their suppression of body anxiety. Journal of Men's Health 2009. [DOI: 10.1016/j.jomh.2009.09.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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