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Have you felt judged or excluded because of your type 1 diabetes? That could be rooted in stigma. Stigma can worsen your experience of healthcare.  Listen to Daniel as he speaks about the stigma he’s faced and how it has impacted his life. Have your own story to share? Reach out to us at https://lnkd.in/g93hnhnG Imperial College London Caribbean & African Health Network (CAHN) Daniel Newman

Had a lovely filming-day a few weeks ago, bringing together people with lived experience, community leaders and health care professionals, to talk about breast cancer clinical trials. These films are part of a joint project with the Race and Health Observatory, Macmillan, and Roche to increase diversity in breast cancer clinical trials. They will be used to inform and support people from African, Caribbean and South Asian communities make a decision on whether they want to take part in a trial.   Thank you again to all those who shared their powerful stories with us on the day. ❤ Roche Macmillan Cancer Support Jane Ho-Renton Majeda Rahman Chowdhury NHS Race & Health Observatory

Did you know stigma can make managing type 1 diabetes even harder?   It can make you feel isolated and excluded, affecting your health and well-being. Share your experiences and join the conversation. Reach out to us at t1dstigmastudy@ic.ac.uk Caribbean & African Health Network (CAHN) Kirit Mistry Imperial College London Daniel Newman

📢 This #WorldMenopauseDay, Ulster University and Diabetes UK want to hear your stories! 🌍 If you're from an African, Caribbean, or South Asian background and living with both diabetes and menopause, we want to learn from you. Join our focus group to help close the knowledge gap and improve support for all. 💬 #Menopause #Diabetes #RepresentationMatters 📞07725857170 ✉️ r.black3@ulster.ac.uk

🌟 We’re hiring! 🌟    Are you passionate about health equity and skilled in social media? Egality is looking for a Social Media Intern to join our team!    If you have any questions, get in touch with us at team@egality.health   💻 Find the full Job Description here: https://lnkd.in/eJm5xryT 📅 Apply by 27 October to team@egality.health

📣 Improving childbirth care for those experiencing excessive bleeding   The OBS UK study is a pioneering initiative to improve care for those experiencing excessive bleeding in childbirth. It has a special focus on supporting women and birthing people from under-served groups.   Want to find out more? Watch now to discover how we're working to ensure better outcomes for women and birthing people! https://lnkd.in/ehQYD2w6 #OBSUKStudy #PPH #InclusiveResearch #HealthEquity  Cardiff University / Prifysgol Caerdydd Neelam Heera - Shergill Tate Smith Dr Jack López Lorna Phillip Rubi Rodriguez Nieto Freddy McConnell Kyia Omoshebi Laura-Rose T.

  Did you know that in diverse ethnic groups, health-related stigma can be worse than in other communities? We are conducting a study to understand how stigma impacts individuals with type 1 diabetes, and we need your help. By sharing your experiences, you can help us understand the impact of T1D stigma and support others in similar situations. Join us to make a difference. 📝 Contact us at t1dstigmastudy@ic.ac.uk #T1Dstigma #DiabetesAwareness #HealthResearch Caribbean & African Health Network (CAHN), Kirit Mistry, Imperial College London

Mental health has overtaken cancer and obesity as the primary health concern for people in the UK, according to Ipsos’ latest global survey. With 54% of Britons citing mental wellbeing as a major worry, experts are linking this trend to the long-lasting impact of the pandemic, economic pressures, and increasing stress levels. This shift highlights the growing demand for mental health services and the need to prioritise mental wellbeing in health policies. #MentalHealthMatters #HealthCare #UKWellbeing #MentalHealth Read more about the survey here: https://lnkd.in/dQdv-tad  

Thousands of trans patients in England are being excluded from vital cancer screenings due to poor data collection and updating processes.  Experts have warned at the World Cancer Congress that Trans men and women are missing breast and cervical screenings because the NHS uses ‘gender’, not ‘sex assigned at birth’, to generate invitations for routine exams. For example, trans men who may have undergone chest reconstruction may still need to attend routine screenings for breast cancer, which they might not be invited to. This gap highlights an urgent need for a more inclusive approach to healthcare that doesn’t place the burden on trans individuals to request essential tests. #InclusiveHealth #CancerScreening #EqualityInCare     Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gFa5t5kw   

Tech-driven care is making a difference in dementia support. Northern Ireland’s rollout of high-tech wristbands, which store vital information like contact details, offers greater safety and independence to individuals with dementia. A simple scan of the QR code provides immediate access to the wearer's details, helping reunite loved ones quickly if they go missing. This initiative by Age Concern Causeway not only enhances personal care but also raises awareness around dementia in local communities. #DementiaCare #HealthTech #HealthcareInnovation   Read more about the innovative tech here: Dementia: Wristband scheme ‘a positive first’ for NI - BBC News