Publications by authors named "Joti Reehal"
Article Synopsis
- South Asians with rheumatological conditions like rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in the UK face a 1.5 times greater risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD), yet there is a lack of educational resources tailored to their cultural needs.
- A new intervention was developed by adapting an existing cognitive behavioral education program, using the Ecological Validity Model and feedback from South Asian patients to ensure cultural relevance.
- The final product is a free, 25-minute online resource that covers RA, its CVD risks, and encourages healthy living while addressing cultural topics, designed to be accessible for non-English speakers.
Objective: Development and test of a culturally sensitive intervention for rheumatology healthcare professionals (HCPs).
Methods: Using a before and after study design, 15 HCPs were recruited to undertake the bespoke intervention from four National Health Service sites across England, in areas serving a diverse population. The intervention was evaluated using two validated outcomes: (i) Patient Reported Physician Cultural Competency (PRPCC); and (ii) Patient Enablement Instrument (PEI), measuring patients' perceptions of their overall healthcare delivery.
Article Synopsis
- Covid-19 significantly impacted various populations in the UK, especially ethnic minority communities with chronic diseases.
- Many individuals from these communities struggle with self-management and medication adherence, largely due to inadequate communication of information, particularly for non-English speakers.
- The editorial introduces an innovative approach aimed at improving communication and engagement in rheumatology practice to address these challenges.
Objective: The aim was to explore how UK South Asian patients living with RA interact with health care professionals and experience receiving health information in an early inflammatory arthritis clinic.
Methods: A semi-structured interview schedule, designed in conjunction with a patient partner, was used for face-to-face interviews. South Asian participants with RA were recruited from Central Manchester University Hospitals National Health Service Foundation Trust.