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Kelly C, Mathew S, Petrova M, Shafi S, Nicholls M, Dar O, Mendis J, de Lusignan S, Hendy J, Ala A. Exploring awareness and prevalence of chronic viral hepatitis in a UK based Nepali population - lessons learned for future models in engaging migrant communities. Clin Med (Lond) 2023; 23:563-570. [PMID: 38065610 PMCID: PMC11046676 DOI: 10.7861/clinmed.2022-0356] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2023]
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INTRODUCTION The burden of chronic viral hepatitis (CVH) in the UK Nepali population is unknown. We aimed to determine knowledge of liver disease (LD) and prevalence of CVH in this community. METHODS This was a mixed method (qualitative and quantitative) study guided by a multidisciplinary stakeholder group. Focus groups (FG) led by Nepali community leaders explored LD knowledge. Thereafter, a prospective community-based cohort study utilising dried-blood spot testing was conducted. Thematic analysis explored FG data with categorical data analysed with Excel and R Studio. RESULTS FG data showed a lack of LD knowledge, with conflict between the roles of traditional and modern practices; 1,005 participants (525 male, 480 female) were tested for CVH, with a mean age of 63 years (range:19-86). Rates of CVH infection were low: 0.3% had current hepatitis B, with no active hepatitis C. DISCUSSION Key drivers for enthusiastic participation were development of peer support networks and advisory groups to disseminate information, including hepatitis B vaccine recommendations.
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- Claire Kelly
- University of Surrey, Guildford, UK, and specialist registrar, Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust, Guildford, UK
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- University of Surrey, Guildford, UK, and consultant gastroenterologist and hepatologist, Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust, Guildford, UK
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- global operations UK Health Security Agency, UK
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- Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, University of Surrey, Guildford, UK, consultant gastroenterologist and hepatologist, Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust, Guildford, UK and consultant hepatologist, King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, London, UK
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Perray M, Traore D, Riegel L, Rojas Castro D, Spire B, Mora M, Yattassaye A, Préau M. Benefits and challenges of a community-based programme for women living with HIV in Mali. AIDS Care 2023:1-7. [PMID: 37182222 DOI: 10.1080/09540121.2023.2208319] [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] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 05/16/2023]
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Gundo-So is a community-based programme developed by and for women living with HIV (WLHIV) in Mali through the ARCAD-Santé-PLUS association. It provides support, co-constructed with WLHIV, to develop strategies on whether or not to disclose their status. The aim of the ANRS-12373 research is to evaluate the impact of this programme in the short and medium term. As part of this research, semi-structured interviews were conducted with participants (14). These interviews were analysed thematically. Three themes are presented here: positive feedback from the programme, which enabled them to be listened to and supported them both psychologically and financially. The impact of the programme on the participants' social network is also described, in terms of the links made with peers met during the programme. Finally, a new perspective on issues such as disease management, which improved through the contribution of knowledge, and also through the development of psychosocial resources. The programme enabled participants to acquire psychosocial skills, the ability to effectively self-manage their condition, and strategies on whether or not to disclose their HIV status. Participants' empowerment and social support in relation to the disease were developed through the programme, particularly through the links created with other women living with HIV.
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- M Perray
- UMR1296, Université Lyon 2, Lyon, France
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- Coalition PLUS, Laboratoire de recherche communautaire, Pantin, France
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- Coalition PLUS, Laboratoire de recherche communautaire, Pantin, France
- Aix Marseille Université, Inserm, IRD, SESSTIM, Marseille, France
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- Aix Marseille Université, Inserm, IRD, SESSTIM, Marseille, France
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- Aix Marseille Université, Inserm, IRD, SESSTIM, Marseille, France
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- UMR1296, Université Lyon 2, Lyon, France
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Duttine A, Smythe T, Ribiero Calheiro de Sá M, Ferrite S, Zuurmond M, Moreira ME, Collins A, Milner K, Kuper H. Congenital Zika Syndrome-Assessing the Need for a Family Support Programme in Brazil. Int J Environ Res Public Health 2020; 17:ijerph17103559. [PMID: 32438700 PMCID: PMC7277658 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph17103559] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2020] [Revised: 05/12/2020] [Accepted: 05/14/2020] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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The Zika outbreak in Brazil caused congenital impairments and developmental delays, or Congenital Zika Syndrome (CZS). We sought to ascertain whether a family support programme was needed and, if so, could be adapted from the Getting to Know Cerebral Palsy programme (GTKCP) designed for children with cerebral palsy (CP). We conducted a systematic review of the needs of families of children with CZS or CP in low- and middle-income countries and reviewed the findings of the Social and Economic Impact of Zika study. We undertook a scoping visit to three facilities offering services to children with CZS in Brazil to understand potential utility and adaptability of GTKCP. The literature review showed that caregivers of children with CZS experience challenges in mental health, healthcare access, and quality of life, consistent with the CP literature. The scoping visits demonstrated that most support provided to families was medically orientated and while informal support networks were established, these lacked structure. Caregivers and practitioners expressed an eagerness for more structure community-based family support programmes. A support programme for families of children with CZS in Brazil appeared relevant and needed, and may fill an important gap in the Zika response.
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- Antony Duttine
- International Centre for Evidence on Disability, Department of Clinical Research, Faculty of Infectious and Tropical Diseases, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London WC1E 7HT, UK; (T.S.); (M.Z.); (A.C.); (H.K.)
- Correspondence:
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- International Centre for Evidence on Disability, Department of Clinical Research, Faculty of Infectious and Tropical Diseases, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London WC1E 7HT, UK; (T.S.); (M.Z.); (A.C.); (H.K.)
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- Instituto Nacional de Saúde da Mulher, da Criança e do Adolescente Fernandes Figueira, Rio de Janeiro 22250-020, Brazil; (M.R.C.d.S.); (M.E.M.)
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- Department of Speech and Hearing Sciences, Institute of Health Sciences, Federal University of Bahia, Salvador 40110-902, Brazil;
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- International Centre for Evidence on Disability, Department of Clinical Research, Faculty of Infectious and Tropical Diseases, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London WC1E 7HT, UK; (T.S.); (M.Z.); (A.C.); (H.K.)
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- Instituto Nacional de Saúde da Mulher, da Criança e do Adolescente Fernandes Figueira, Rio de Janeiro 22250-020, Brazil; (M.R.C.d.S.); (M.E.M.)
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- International Centre for Evidence on Disability, Department of Clinical Research, Faculty of Infectious and Tropical Diseases, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London WC1E 7HT, UK; (T.S.); (M.Z.); (A.C.); (H.K.)
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- Murdoch Children’s Research Institute and Department of Paediatrics, University of Melbourne, Parkville, Victoria 3052, Australia;
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- International Centre for Evidence on Disability, Department of Clinical Research, Faculty of Infectious and Tropical Diseases, London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, London WC1E 7HT, UK; (T.S.); (M.Z.); (A.C.); (H.K.)
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Natapov L, Kushnir D, Zusman SP. Sustainability of Supervised Toothbrushing in Israeli Nurseries - Teachers' Perspective. Oral Health Prev Dent 2019; 17:433-437. [PMID: 31204394 DOI: 10.3290/j.ohpd.a42687] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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PURPOSE The national supervised toothbrushing programme was implemented in 2015-2016 among 3- to 4-year-old children attending 600 nurseries in Israel. The objectives of this study were to assess factors associated with sustainability of programme implementation, based on nursery teachers' attitudes towards the programme, beliefs in its success and willingness to continue it in in the future. MATERIALS AND METHODS A phone survey was conducted among nursery teachers participating in the programme. Study objectives were assessed using a 19-item structured questionnaire. A linear regression model was built to identify factors which contributed to the positive attitude of the teachers towards programme sustainability. RESULTS Some 300 teachers were interviewed over the telephone. The programme was implemented daily or several times a week in 66% of the nurseries. Around 70% of teachers reported willingness to continue the programme in the future. Teachers' confidence in programme success (r = 0.73), acknowledgment of their role in teaching children to brush their teeth (r = 0.53), tendency to like teaching toothbrushing (r = 0.59) were positively associated with their willingness to continue the programme. Teachers who anticipated more problems were less willing to implement the programme in the future (r = -0.34). Statistically significant differences in frequency of programme implementation were found according to teachers' attitudes towards the programme. A strong relationship (adjusted r2 = 0.71) was found between the teacher's positive perception of programme sustainability and the attribute variables. The degree of interest in continuing a programme and the belief in their ability to operate it attributed most to teachers' positive perception of programme sustainability. CONCLUSION A high percentage of teachers expressed a positive attitude towards the programme. Factors contributing to the positive attitude of teachers towards programme sustainability were identified. The survey's results may help in the implementation of similar programmes and contribute to their future success.
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Kok MSY, Bryant L, Cook C, Blackmore S, Jones M. Integrating Local Knowledge into a National Programme: Evidence from a Community-Based Diabetes Prevention Education Programme. Healthcare (Basel) 2019; 7:healthcare7010038. [PMID: 30866460 PMCID: PMC6473322 DOI: 10.3390/healthcare7010038] [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] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/01/2019] [Revised: 03/01/2019] [Accepted: 03/04/2019] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Type 2 diabetes prevention is a major priority for healthcare services and public health. This study aimed to evaluate how a local authority in England piloted a diabetes prevention programme. The South Gloucestershire Diabetes Prevention (Pilot) Programme (SGDPP) comprised a group health education course over six weeks with subsequent support provision up to six months post-enrolment. Of the 300 patients invited onto the programme, 32% enrolled and 29% completed the full six-month programme. There was an attendance rate of 84% throughout group sessions and at a six-month follow-up. There were significant improvements across most measures at six months, including a 4 kg mean weight loss and a 3.45 mmol/mol mean HbA1c reduction. Clear goals, high quality organization and personal qualities of educators were identified as central for the programme’s success. The unit costs were similar to pilots of other healthy lifestyle programmes. The evaluation found evidence of reduced type 2 diabetes risk markers, positive impacts for dietary and physical activity, and potential cost-effectiveness for this format of group-based diabetes prevention intervention. Feedback from multiple stakeholders provided insight on how to successfully embed and scale-up delivery of diabetes prevention work. This evidence enables the integration of learning in local service delivery and provides a basis to support development of the national diabetes prevention programme.
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- Michele S Y Kok
- Centre for Public Health and Wellbeing, University of the West of England, Bristol BS16 1QY, UK.
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- South Gloucestershire Council, Bristol BS37 5AF, UK.
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- South Gloucestershire Council, Bristol BS37 5AF, UK.
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- Centre for Public Health and Wellbeing, University of the West of England, Bristol BS16 1QY, UK.
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Witton R, Potterton R, Smith W. Communities in action: developing a dental ambassador training programme for adults with learning disability. Community Dent Health 2017; 34:77-79. [PMID: 28573835 DOI: 10.1922/cdh_3885witton03] [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] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/02/2015] [Accepted: 06/09/2016] [Indexed: 06/07/2023]
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Adults with learning disabilities may be at higher risk of poor oral health. The community outreach programme attached to Plymouth University Peninsula Dental School used established links with local agencies for this group to try out an intervention using service users as dental ambassadors. A programme was developed to meet the needs of the group and training in oral health key messages was provided along with support in presentation skills. Early evaluation shows promise in terms of feasibility, interest and improved self-care. Public health competencies being illustrated: Strategic leadership, communication, teaching and training, and collaborative working for health and oral health improvement.
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- R Witton
- Plymouth University Schools of Medicine and Dentistry, The John Bull Building, Plymouth Science Park, Plymouth, PL6 8BU, UK
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- Plymouth University Schools of Medicine and Dentistry, The John Bull Building, Plymouth Science Park, Plymouth, PL6 8BU, UK
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- Community Engagement Team. Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise CIC, New Cooperage Building, Royal William Yard, Plymouth, PL1 3RP, UK
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Boehm J, Franklin RC, King JC. Falls in rural and remote community dwelling older adults: a review of the literature. Aust J Rural Health 2016; 22:146-55. [PMID: 25123617 DOI: 10.1111/ajr.12114] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 03/27/2014] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE Falls in older adults represent a significant challenge in Australia; however, the focus is often on urban-dwelling older adults. The aim of this review was to explore the literature on falls epidemiology and falls prevention interventions (FPI). DESIGN A literature review was conducted searching Medline, Scopus, Social Sciences Citation Index, Google Scholar, Google and the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare publication catalogue. SETTING Rural and remote Australia. PARTICIPANTS Rural and remote community dwelling Australians aged 50 years and older. INTERVENTION Literature review. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURES Falls epidemiology and effective falls prevention interventions. RESULTS Twenty references were identified: 14 related to falls epidemiology and 7 to FPI. No significant differences were found between rural, remote and major cities residents in relation to falls hospitalisation, falls mortality or fall-related injuries sustained. There are a wide assortment of health professionals and non-health professionals who are involved in providing FPI in rural and remote Australia. However, there was limited information on the effectiveness of these interventions in influencing falls outcomes. CONCLUSION Few studies explored falls and their prevention in rural and remote Australia. The limited literature on the topic suggests that a change in focus to one that utilises existing services and resources will be required to create sustainable outcomes. Four areas are proposed for concentrated effort to reduce the impact of fall-related injury in rural and remote Australia: integration and collaboration among health professionals, promotion of physical activity across the lifespan, community involvement and ownership of interventions, and evaluation and publication of findings.
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- Jackie Boehm
- School of Public Health, Tropical Medicine and Rehabilitation Sciences, James Cook University, Townsville, Queensland, Australia
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Data from the Indonesian Family Life Survey (1993-2000) were used to examine whether the effects of the Indonesian 'Midwife in the Village' programme persisted more than 10 years after its implementation. The study followed up earlier studies of the programme's effects by estimating its effects on pregnancy outcomes, using propensity-score matching applied to data collected after the 1997 Asian economic crisis. The results indicate that only the programme's effect on the use of prenatal care services persisted, and that the loss of village midwives during the crisis had no significant effect on pregnancy outcomes.
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Conway P, Clatworthy J. Innovations in Practice: Grow2Grow - engaging hard-to-reach adolescents through combined mental health and vocational support outside the clinic setting. Child Adolesc Ment Health 2015; 20:112-115. [PMID: 32680394 DOI: 10.1111/camh.12079] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/08/2014] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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BACKGROUND Based on an organic farm and education centre, Grow2Grow offers young people with complex mental health needs both clinical mental health support and vocational opportunities. METHODS Change in functioning (CGAS), vocational outcomes and client satisfaction were assessed for all young people completing Grow2Grow placements between June 2010 and July 2014. RESULTS Twenty-one young people completed Grow2Grow placements, achieving increased CGAS scores (p < .001) and reporting high levels of satisfaction with the project. Eighty-one per cent achieved educational and/or employment outcomes. CONCLUSION This innovative approach to working with hard-to-reach young people is achieving high levels of engagement and positive vocational and mental health outcomes.
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- Paula Conway
- Commonwork, Grow2Grow, Bore Place, Chiddingstone, Kent, UK
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Rudolf M, Christie D, McElhone S, Sahota P, Dixey R, Walker J, Wellings C. WATCH IT: a community based programme for obese children and adolescents. Arch Dis Child 2006; 91:736-9. [PMID: 16531453 PMCID: PMC2082903 DOI: 10.1136/adc.2005.089896] [Citation(s) in RCA: 59] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [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] [Accepted: 02/12/2006] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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BACKGROUND The WATCH IT programme was developed to address the needs of obese children from disadvantaged communities in Leeds and has been running since January 2004. Results of the pilot phase, prior to a randomised controlled trial, are presented. METHODS A process evaluation to assess success of implementation was conducted in December 2004. User views (parent and child) were obtained by semi-structured interviews and focus groups. Change in BMI SD score was calculated for children attending between January 2004 and November 2005. RESULTS A total of 94 children (49 girls, 45 boys), mean age (SD) 12.2 (2.0) years attended. They were moderately to severely obese (mean BMI SDS 3.09 (0.45), with low quality of life and self-image scores. There was a significant reduction in overweight at 6 months (DeltaBMI SD -0.07), especially for teenagers (DeltaBMI SD -0.13) and girls (DeltaBMI SD -0.07). The programme was successfully implemented. By December 2004 mean attendance was 2.1 (0.7) clinics per month, and sports sessions 3.3 (1.7) sessions per month. Fourteen children dropped out and non-attendance was low (only 7.5% sessions missed in 12 months). Qualitative research indicated significant appreciation of the service, with reported increase in self-confidence and friendships, and reduction in self-harm. CONCLUSION WATCH IT offers a model for a community based service for obese children. The programme suggests that effective care can be delivered by health trainers supervised by health professionals, and so potentially provides a cost effective programme within children's communities. These findings are encouraging, and need to be substantiated by extension to other locations and evaluation by randomised controlled trial.
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- M Rudolf
- University of Leeds and East Leeds PCT, Leeds, UK.
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