Did the COVID-19 pandemic affect medicine-related support for people living with HIV in the United Kingdom? – a cross-sectional survey DOI Creative Commons

P Sarma,

R. Michael Cassidy, Sarah Corlett

et al.

International Journal of Pharmacy Practice, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 32(Supplement_1), P. i17 - i18

Published: April 1, 2024

Abstract Introduction In 2019, there were 105,200 people living with HIV (PLWH) in the UK, most of whom (98%) engaged care and on antiretroviral medicines (ARVs). Globally, COVID-19 pandemic was predicted to interrupt continuum.[1] England, early phases revealed a shift online, or remote service delivery decline sexual health provision generally.[2] Aim To investigate PLWH’s perceptions effects their medicine-related support (MRS). Methods Institutional ethics approval obtained promote an online survey (1/09/2021 31/01/2023) among UK residents. Eligible participants PLWH, aged 18 years over, using ARVs ≥1 non-ARV. Snowball sampling used recruit via social media. The asked report sources whether they experienced changes how during pandemic. An open-ended question also allow any other issues link shared HIV-related charities memberships. Descriptive statistics thematic analysis for quantitative free-text quotes respectively. Results One hundred seventy-three who eligible consented. Ninety-five provided quotes. mean age 48.7 (SD±12.5) 50.5% (n=51/101) ≥50 years. majority male (77.5%, n=79/102), white (86.1%, n=87/101), gay/lesbian (60.8%, n=62/102), whilst 52.9% employed (n=54/102). Approximately 1 5 (16%, n=8/50) younger PLWH reported MRS, 9.8% (n=5/51) older 50+, felt MRS changed. Source MRS: Most continued use specialist healthcare professionals perceived no change its availability due COVID-19. Within primary services, more general practitioner compared community pharmacist (12.5%, n=17/136 2.9%, n=4/136, respectively). Frequency appointments around person-centred care: Some that had received attention from others noted after first lockdown fewer, busier staff led less service. Mode Whilst clinics moved appointments, many this as desirable particularly those preferred convenience concerned about leaving home being categorised highest-risk patient groups. Ten stated that, COVID-19, now get delivered homes instead collecting them previously local pharmacy clinic. participant wrote “I longer periods between blood tests telephone consultations. I prefer face face”, another 52-year-old female stating “Personally, don’t ever want replace again”. Access medicines: Only 8 (8.4%, n=8/95) accessed medicines. Two interruptions treatment; shortage medication. When phoned my hospital ask new prescription, couldn’t give me one unless came physically. This impossible few months lockdown” (male, 30). Conclusion While did not perceive pandemic, minority treatment by UK-wide survey. Patient preferences should be considered when delivering consultations PLWH. Future research is needed explore clinicians’ perspectives ensure continuity crises. References 1. Jiang H, Zhou Y, Tang W. Maintaining Lancet 2020; 7 (5): E308-E309 2. Mitchell HD et al. Effects response sexually transmitted infections, HIV, viral hepatitis, England. Emerg Infect Dis 2022;28(3):739

Language: Английский

“Starting to think that way from the start”: approaching deprescribing decision-making for people accessing palliative care - a qualitative exploration of healthcare professionals views DOI Creative Commons
Anna Robinson, Charlotte Lucy Richardson, Zana Bayley

et al.

BMC Palliative Care, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 23(1)

Published: Sept. 6, 2024

Language: Английский

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Factors influencing healthcare providers’ behaviours in deprescribing: a cross-sectional study DOI Creative Commons
Chee Tao Chang, Huan‐Keat Chan, Ewilly Jie Ying Liew

et al.

Journal of Pharmaceutical Policy and Practice, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 17(1)

Published: Sept. 16, 2024

Deprescribing serves as a pivotal measure to mitigate the drug-related problem due polypharmacy. This study aimed map factors influencing healthcare providers' deprescribing decision using Behaviour Change Wheel framework and develop an innovative conceptual model support practice. A cross-sectional online survey targeting doctors pharmacists was conducted assess influence of various on comfort in recommending deprescribing. The formulated, based existing Wheel. model's robustness scrutinised through Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM), model-fitting indices were employed obtain best-fit model. total 736 responses analysed with final consisting 24 items 5 constructs (R 2: 0.163; SRMR: 0.064; rho_c: 0.750-0.862; AVE: 0.509-0.627) three independent factors. Based results, we proposed that could be promoted strategies at enhancing providers internal capabilities such knowledge levels, when patients' condition deteriorated previous experiences adverse events drugs. Organisational providing educational opportunities is important, empowerment patient policy enhancements, guideline development, effective communication. behaviours professionals are influenced by intricate interplay patient, prescriber, system Enhancing practices necessitates comprehensive strategy encompasses education, development structured guidelines, implementation tools, enhancement communication between providers.

Language: Английский

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A-I-D for cascades: an application of the Behaviour Change Wheel to design a theory-based intervention for addressing prescribing cascades in primary care DOI Creative Commons
Lisa McCarthy, Barbara Farrell, Colleen Metge

et al.

Implementation Science Communications, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 5(1)

Published: Dec. 5, 2024

Abstract Background Prescribing cascades, which occur when a medication is used to treat the side effect of another medication, are important contributors polypharmacy. There an absence studies that evaluate interventions address them. We describe application Behaviour Change Wheel (BCW) design theory-informed for addressing prescribing cascades within interprofessional primary care teams. Methods The BCW framework was applied guide intervention development. This report describes first seven steps. Three behaviours were developed based on data collected from two qualitative exploring why and how across practice settings. A target behaviour selected COM-B model identify relevant factors Relevant types, policy options, corresponding change techniques (BCTs) identified, examples drafted. Prioritization guided by APEASE criteria. Results three involved supporting: (1) healthcare providers (HCPs) ask about, investigate manage (2) public about (3) share histories experiences with HCPs. team HCP behaviour, A-I-D (ask, investigate, deprescribe), Psychological capability physical opportunity most components. Ten options comprised BCTs developed, ready further prioritization stakeholders. These can be grouped into: provision educational materials use HCPs; consultation or training support knowledge mobilization strategies. Through process, identified development guidance tool, assists HCPs needed Conclusions practicing in teams cascades. When identifying future consultation, creation tool prioritized as it underpins all proposed practice. Further research determine what would need this will practice, its

Language: Английский

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“Starting to think that way from the start": Approaching deprescribing decision-making for people accessing palliative care - a qualitative exploration of healthcare professionals views. DOI Creative Commons
Anna Robinson, Charlotte Lucy Richardson, Zana Bayley

et al.

Research Square (Research Square), Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: unknown

Published: March 26, 2024

Abstract Background: Deprescribing has been defined as the planned process of reducing or stopping medications that may no longer be beneficial are causing harm, with goal medication burden while improving patient quality life. At present, little is known about specific challenges decision-making to support deprescribing for patients who accessing palliative care. By exploring perspectives healthcare professionals, this qualitative study aimed address gap, and explore of, potential solutions to, making decisions in a care context. Methods: Semi-structured interviews were conducted professionals in-person via video call, between August – January 2023. Perspectives on approaches care; when how they might deprescribe; role carers family members within discussed. Interviews audio-recorded transcribed verbatim. Reflexive thematic analysis enabled development themes. QSR NVivo (Version 12) facilitated data management. Ethical approval was obtained from NHS Health Research Authority (ref 305394). Results: Twenty interviewed, including: medical consultants, nurses, specialist pharmacists, general practitioners (GPs). Participants described importance decision-making, it should considered, proactive, process. Three themes developed data, which centred on: (1) professional attitudes, competency responsibility towards deprescribing; (2) changing culture (3) involving family/caregivers decision-making. Conclusions: This sought people services. A range identified supporting deprescribing, so becomes proactive patient’s journey, rather than reactive consequence. Future work their can best supported shared processes deprescribing. Trial registration:

Language: Английский

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Did the COVID-19 pandemic affect medicine-related support for people living with HIV in the United Kingdom? – a cross-sectional survey DOI Creative Commons

P Sarma,

R. Michael Cassidy, Sarah Corlett

et al.

International Journal of Pharmacy Practice, Journal Year: 2024, Volume and Issue: 32(Supplement_1), P. i17 - i18

Published: April 1, 2024

Abstract Introduction In 2019, there were 105,200 people living with HIV (PLWH) in the UK, most of whom (98%) engaged care and on antiretroviral medicines (ARVs). Globally, COVID-19 pandemic was predicted to interrupt continuum.[1] England, early phases revealed a shift online, or remote service delivery decline sexual health provision generally.[2] Aim To investigate PLWH’s perceptions effects their medicine-related support (MRS). Methods Institutional ethics approval obtained promote an online survey (1/09/2021 31/01/2023) among UK residents. Eligible participants PLWH, aged 18 years over, using ARVs ≥1 non-ARV. Snowball sampling used recruit via social media. The asked report sources whether they experienced changes how during pandemic. An open-ended question also allow any other issues link shared HIV-related charities memberships. Descriptive statistics thematic analysis for quantitative free-text quotes respectively. Results One hundred seventy-three who eligible consented. Ninety-five provided quotes. mean age 48.7 (SD±12.5) 50.5% (n=51/101) ≥50 years. majority male (77.5%, n=79/102), white (86.1%, n=87/101), gay/lesbian (60.8%, n=62/102), whilst 52.9% employed (n=54/102). Approximately 1 5 (16%, n=8/50) younger PLWH reported MRS, 9.8% (n=5/51) older 50+, felt MRS changed. Source MRS: Most continued use specialist healthcare professionals perceived no change its availability due COVID-19. Within primary services, more general practitioner compared community pharmacist (12.5%, n=17/136 2.9%, n=4/136, respectively). Frequency appointments around person-centred care: Some that had received attention from others noted after first lockdown fewer, busier staff led less service. Mode Whilst clinics moved appointments, many this as desirable particularly those preferred convenience concerned about leaving home being categorised highest-risk patient groups. Ten stated that, COVID-19, now get delivered homes instead collecting them previously local pharmacy clinic. participant wrote “I longer periods between blood tests telephone consultations. I prefer face face”, another 52-year-old female stating “Personally, don’t ever want replace again”. Access medicines: Only 8 (8.4%, n=8/95) accessed medicines. Two interruptions treatment; shortage medication. When phoned my hospital ask new prescription, couldn’t give me one unless came physically. This impossible few months lockdown” (male, 30). Conclusion While did not perceive pandemic, minority treatment by UK-wide survey. Patient preferences should be considered when delivering consultations PLWH. Future research is needed explore clinicians’ perspectives ensure continuity crises. References 1. Jiang H, Zhou Y, Tang W. Maintaining Lancet 2020; 7 (5): E308-E309 2. Mitchell HD et al. Effects response sexually transmitted infections, HIV, viral hepatitis, England. Emerg Infect Dis 2022;28(3):739

Language: Английский

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