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This research project, conducted in partnership with 探花直播 City Council and 探花直播, seeks to explore the perspectives of ethnic minority communities in 探花直播 on NHS Health Checks. These checks are a free health assessment offered to adults aged 40 to 74 to help prevent conditions such as heart disease, stroke, diabetes, and kidney disease. However, despite their benefits, uptake of NHS Health Checks remains lower among some ethnic minority groups, who are often at higher risk of developing these conditions.
The study engages members of global majority听communities in 探花直播 through focus groups to understand their awareness, experiences, and barriers to accessing NHS Health Checks. By gathering these insights, the project will inform improvements to ensure NHS Health Checks are culturally appropriate, accessible, and effective for all communities.
This project aims to address disparities in NHS Health Check uptake among ethnic minority communities by understanding the factors that influence engagement with the programme. By working directly with community members, the study will provide evidence-based recommendations to improve access and participation.听
Key aims
- Identifying barriers that prevent ethnic minority communities from engaging with NHS Health Checks.
- Exploring cultural, linguistic, and practical challenges in accessing these services.
- Understanding how communities perceive NHS Health Checks and their relevance to their health needs.
- Providing recommendations for improving service delivery to better meet the needs of diverse communities.
- Promoting inclusive and culturally competent healthcare to address health inequalities in 探花直播.
What impact will the project have?
The findings from this research will contribute to improving NHS Health Check uptake among ethnic minority communities by identifying key barriers and solutions. This will lead to more inclusive and culturally responsive healthcare provision.听
By providing actionable recommendations, the project aims to support 探花直播 City Council and NHS service providers in designing outreach strategies that resonate with diverse communities. This includes improving communication, offering culturally appropriate services, and ensuring that NHS Health Checks are delivered in ways that are accessible and trusted by ethnic minority groups.听
The study also seeks to enhance community engagement in health services by fostering trust between healthcare providers and underrepresented groups. By amplifying the voices of ethnic minority communities, the project will contribute to long-term improvements in health outcomes and help reduce health inequalities in 探花直播.
Research Team
This project is a collaboration between 探花直播鈥檚 Public Health team and 探花直播 City Council. The research team includes:听
- Dr Muhammad Hossain
- Dr Salim Khan
- Paula Smith
- Dr Ayazullah Safi
- Dr Sara Zarti
- Natalie Quinn-Walker
- Bhawna Solanki
- Dr Basiru Gai
- Dr Nasrin Soltani
- Alisia Lashley
- Dr Ana Mejia-Mejia
- Dr Bismillah Sehar
- Dr Anne Robins
- Dr Feroz Jadhakhan
- Dr Kate Thomson
- Dr Nawel Bessadet
We are also working with 探花直播 City Council Public Health Division and community organisations across 探花直播, representing Black African, Black Caribbean, South Asian, and other ethnic minority communities.听The involvement of community organisations ensures that the research is shaped by lived experiences and reflects the needs of ethnic minority groups in 探花直播.
Funding
This project is funded by 探花直播 City Council, as part of its commitment to addressing health inequalities and ensuring equitable access to preventive healthcare services for all communities in the city.
Contact
For further information on the research project, please contact听the project lead, Muhammad Hossain听muhamamad.hossain@bcu.ac.uk