People with severe mental illness are particularly at risk and die on average 15-20 years earlier than the general population. Being in contact with mental health services does not necessarily mean that people will have a physical health assessment, have their physical health monitored, or receive the information and support they need to adopt a healthier lifestyle. We are interested in exploring the views of:
- Service users with SMI
- Carers of those with SMI
- Care professionals (including doctors, nurses, pharmacists, social workers, occupational who are in contact with individuals who have SMI about their experiences of care for their physical health with a particular focus on the role of pharmacy.
The information we gather will help inform policy and practice in relation to
- Provision of advice and treatment
- Sharing of knowledge
- Find out what people think about services
- Assess how effective services are
- Improve health and well-being
Please contact Dolly by email (sudd@aston.ac.uk) if you as an individual or your colleagues would be interested in taking part or would like to help support recruitment.
Project webpage https://www.leicspart.nhs.uk/_InvolvingYou-CardioPhitnessResearchStudy.aspx
View this poster for information on how to join.