Public perceptions of digital mental health awareness campaign in the Arab Gulf states: a qualitative thematic analysis.

Mental illness is a significant public health concern and a leading cause of disability worldwide. Research shows a lack of mental health knowledge and inappropriate practices in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states. Our study aimed to evaluate individuals' perspectives on mental health by analyzing their responses to a digital campaign directed at GCC adolescents.

Public perceptions of HIV/AIDS awareness in the Gulf Council Cooperation countries: a qualitative study.

Background: Awareness of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) is limited in Muslim countries, even among high-risk populations. Several factors contribute to the misunderstandings and stigma surrounding HIV, including socio-cultural and religious aspects. This study explored people's experiences and perceptions of HIV awareness campaigns in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region.

Perceptions of Arabian Gulf Residents and Citizens about Physical Activity and Social Media Awareness Campaigns: A Qualitative Study.

Physical activity (PA) is crucial for preventing chronic diseases, but in Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries (Oman, Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates), PA levels are lower than in developed countries. The Gulf Health Council's social media PA awareness campaign responded to the public's need for discussion and motivation on this topic. A qualitative study was conducted using semi-structured Zoom interviews with 19 participants from GCC countries between 21 September and 21 October 2021.

Muslim women's views and experiences of family planning in Saudi Arabia: a qualitative study.

Background: Islamic beliefs are associated with decreased contraceptive use compared to other religions, and Muslim women's contraceptive needs are often unmet. Research is needed to provide an in-depth understanding of the complex set of barriers to Muslim women's contraceptive use. Therefore, we aimed to explore Muslim women's awareness and experiences with family planning in Saudi Arabia and investigate barriers to contraceptive use and access to family planning.

Muslim women's perspectives on the barriers to sexually transmitted infections testing and diagnosis in Saudi Arabia.

Background: Muslim women are especially vulnerable to sexually transmitted infections (STI) and are at higher risk of under-detection. Evidence on the unique barriers to STI testing and diagnosis among Muslim communities is severely lacking. Understanding the complexity of accessing STI testing and diagnosis in Muslim communities is an area that requires further exploration.

Muslim women's knowledge, views, and attitudes towards sexually transmitted infections in Saudi Arabia: A qualitative study.

Background: The cultural sensitivity surrounding sexuality in Islamic communities has an impact on awareness and prevention of sexually transmitted infections (STIs). This study explores Muslim women's knowledge, views, and attitudes towards STIs and people living with HIV/AIDs in Saudi Arabia.

Methods: We conducted qualitative semi-structured interviews with Muslim women from Saudi Arabia.

Barriers and facilitators to adopting healthier lifestyle among low-income women in Saudi Arabia: A qualitative study.

Introduction: Low socioeconomic status (SES) is significantly associated with increased levels of obesity, unhealthy diet, and physical inactivity leading to a higher risk of chronic diseases. This study aimed to explore low SES women's barriers and facilitators to engaging in a healthy lifestyle and their accounts in developing future behaviour change interventions.

Methods: Qualitative study using focus group interviews informed by the Capability Opportunity Motivation-Behavior (COM-B) framework.

Systematic Review of Mindfulness-Based Interventions for Weight Management Among Pre- and Post-bariatric Surgery Patients.

Context: Bariatric surgery has been an effective treatment for severe obesity. However, it can be challenging for bariatric-surgery patients to reach and maintain long-term weight loss. Behavioral interventions may be beneficial in reducing weight and improving the psychological outcomes of bariatric patients.

Sexual and reproductive health knowledge, perceptions and experiences of women in Saudi Arabia: a qualitative study.

Background: There is no formal sexual and reproductive health (SRH) education currently offered in Saudi Arabia. Lack of knowledge and misconceptions are evident among Saudi women, which can lead to negative sexual and reproductive experiences. The aim of this study is to explore Saudi women's SRH knowledge, perceptions and experiences.

A community-based, sport-led programme to increase physical activity in an area of deprivation: a qualitative case study.

Background: Engaging in physical activity is essential for maintaining mental and physical health but a high proportion of adults are inactive, especially in areas of socioeconomic deprivation. We evaluated a novel exercise referral scheme funded by Sport England and run by a social enterprise in an area of socioeconomic deprivation in inner London. This study aimed to examine the experiences of participants and staff and to identify barriers and facilitators of implementation and participation in this and potentially similar projects.

Sexually transmitted infection knowledge and attitudes among Muslim women worldwide: a systematic review.

Extramarital sexual relations are forbidden in Islam, and sexual health information is not readily available in Islamic communities, especially for women. This review aimed to explore sexually transmitted infection (STI) knowledge and attitudes among Muslim women worldwide. A systematic review was conducted on seven electronic databases.

Factors influencing sexual and reproductive health of Muslim women: a systematic review.

Background: In Islamic societies, issues related to sexual and reproductive health (SRH) are rarely discussed and considered sensitive subjects. This review aimed to identify any personal, religious, cultural, or structural barriers to SRH service and education among Muslim women worldwide.

Methods: A search for qualitative and quantitative studies was conducted on seven electronic databases.

Engagement with advice to reduce cardiovascular risk following a health check programme: A qualitative study.

Background: The success of a cardiovascular health check programme depends not only on the identification of individuals at high risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) but also on reducing CVD risk. We examined factors that might influence engagement and adherence to lifestyle change interventions and medication amongst people recently assessed at medium or high risk of CVD (>10% in the next 10 years).

Method: Qualitative study using individual semi-structured interviews.

Health checks and cardiovascular risk factor values over six years' follow-up: Matched cohort study using electronic health records in England.

Background: The National Health Service (NHS) in England introduced a population-wide programme for cardiovascular disease (CVD) prevention in 2009, known as NHS Health Checks. This research aimed to measure the cardiovascular risk management and cardiovascular risk factor outcomes of the health check programme during six years' follow-up.

Methods And Findings: A controlled interrupted time series study was conducted.

Implementing multiple health behaviour change interventions for cardiovascular risk reduction in primary care: a qualitative study.

Background: The implementation of multiple health behaviour change interventions for cardiovascular risk reduction in primary care is suboptimal. This study aimed to identify barriers and facilitators to implementing multiple health behaviour change interventions for cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk reduction in primary care.

Methods: Qualitative study using semi-structured interviews informed by the Theoretical Domains Framework.

Behaviour change techniques associated with adherence to prescribed exercise in patients with persistent musculoskeletal pain: Systematic review.

Purpose: Exercise (planned, structured, repetitive movement) improves pain and function in people with persistent musculoskeletal pain (PMSK), but adherence is often poor. This systematic review evaluates the evidence from randomized controlled trials (RCTs) on the effectiveness of interventions to improve exercise adherence in people with PMSK and describes the content, context, and theoretical underpinning of behaviour change interventions designed to increase adherence.

Methods: Nine electronic databases were searched from inception dates to August 2017.

Multiple health behaviour change interventions for primary prevention of cardiovascular disease in primary care: systematic review and meta-analysis.

Background: It is uncertain whether multiple health behaviour change (MHBC) interventions are effective for the primary prevention of cardiovascular disease (CVD) in primary care. A systematic review and a meta-analysis were performed to evaluate the effectiveness of MHBC interventions on CVD risk and CVD risk factors; the study also evaluated associations of theoretical frameworks and intervention components with intervention effectiveness.

Methods: The search included randomised controlled trials of MHBC interventions aimed at reducing CVD risk in primary prevention population up to 2017.

Changes in cardiovascular disease risk and behavioural risk factors before the introduction of a health check programme in England.

A population-based programme of health checks was introduced for adults in England in 2011 for the primary prevention of cardiovascular diseases (CVD) and risk factors management. The aim was to evaluate changes in cardiovascular risk and behavioural risk factors in a health check eligible population in England from 1994 to 2013, by using repeated cross-sectional design using seven surveys of the Health Survey for England. Measures included traditional CVD risk factors and behavioural risk factors.