This paper reports on in-depth qualitative interviews conducted with 69 disabled people in England and Scotland, 28 key informants from infrastructure organisations the voluntary statutory sectors, about impact of COVID-19, measures taken to control it. Participants were recruited through organisations. As everyone, Pandemic has had a huge impact: we discuss dislocations it caused everyday life; failures social care; use new technologies; participants' view leadership communication. We...

Abstract Background There are over 53million children worldwide under five with developmental disabilities who require effective interventions to support their health and well-being. However, challenges in delivering persist due various barriers, particularly low-income middle-income countries. Methods We conducted a global systematic umbrella review assess the evidence on prevention, early detection rehabilitation for child functioning outcomes related 5 years. focused prevalent identified...

Overweight and obesity affect 340 million adolescents worldwide constitute a risk factor for poor mental health. Understanding the association between body mass index (BMI) health in may help to address rising issues; however, existing studies lack comprehensive evaluations spanning diverse countries periods.

Abstract Aims Research demonstrates elevated levels of common mental disorders among Syrian refugees, but the majority studies have, to date, focused on adult populations. This study aims estimate prevalence depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) children adolescents living in Sultanbeyli district Istanbul, Turkey. Methods A population-based survey aged 8–17 years was conducted 2019, as part an all-age disability. 80 clusters 50 participants (all-ages) were selected...

Disability scholarship has embraced participatory research methods to support the collection of more relevant, ethical and potentially higher quality data. However, most relevant literature focusses on high-income settings. Discussions challenges opportunities in using these approaches low- middle-income countries (LMICs) is sparse. The aim this paper critically reflect used disability LMIC contexts by International Centre for Evidence learn lessons future research. Studies were selected...

Abstract People with tuberculosis (TB) are susceptible to mental distress. Mental distress can be driven by biological and socio-economic factors including poverty. These persist beyond TB treatment completion yet there is minimal evidence about the health of survivors. A cross-sectional prevalence survey adults was conducted in an urban community Zambia. Survey participants were administered five-item Self Reporting Questionnaire (SRQ-5) screening tool measure Associations between primary...

People with disabilities globally experience poorer health outcomes than people without disabilities. The United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons Disabilities emphasises that must have equal access to healthcare, yet evidence demonstrates barriers across contexts. Research this topic is limited in Zambia, and study therefore aimed generate healthcare for Zambia. In qualitative study, we conducted in-depth interviews 48 participants, including 16 adults disabilities, caregivers a...

People with disabilities and as women girls face barriers to accessing water, sanitation, hygiene (WASH) services facilities that fully meet their needs, especially in low- middle-income countries. Women experience double discrimination. WASH policies should support uphold the concepts of disability gender inclusion, they also act a guide inform programs service delivery. Using modified version EquiFrame content analysis tool, this study investigated inclusion 21 core human rights people 16...

Abstract Purpose This study assesses the inclusion of disability in Nepal’s policy and guidance relevant to water, sanitation hygiene (WASH), menstrual management (MHM) comparison gender. We investigated both formulation implementation, using Kavrepalanchok district as a case study. Materials methods used EquiFrame framework, adapted for gender, focusing on WASH MHM. Ten Nepali policies documents were reviewed scored quality against which included 21 core concepts human rights. also...

People with learning disabilities in England and Scotland have experienced an increased risk of illness death during the COVID-19 pandemic. Drawing on data a longitudinal qualitative study 71 disabled people 31 disability organisations, this article examines experiences 24 pandemic, reflecting what rendered them vulnerable placed at risk. Qualitative interviews were conducted participants key informants two timepoints; June-August 2020 February-April 2021. Findings emerged across four...

Objectives To estimate the prevalence of disability among Syrian refugees living in Sultanbeyli district, Istanbul and compare people with without disabilities terms demographic socio-economic characteristics. Methods Using municipality refugee database as sampling frame, 80 clusters 50 (aged 2+ years) were selected using probability proportionate to size random selection households within clusters. Disability assessment included: i) self-reported difficulties functioning (using Washington...

Governments across the world have been slow in reacting to meeting needs of disabled people during pandemic. This has exposed existing inequalities social policies, as well new support barriers. Debates over care focused on Covid-19's impact those living residential care. Little is known about experiences who rely daily their homes. article reports a year-long study examining pandemic England and Scotland. It focuses crisis offers evidence how lives disrupted. For many, this resulted sudden...

Deaf and hard of hearing children are at risk exclusion from community life education, which may increase their mental health conditions. This study explores the experience deaf in Gaza Strip, with particular focus on factors that contribute to psychological wellbeing distress. In-depth interviews were conducted 17 children, 10 caregivers eight teachers mainstream special schools, across Strip. Further, three group discussions held adults disability leaders, specialists other children. Data...

This article explores the third sector’s role during COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on experiences of disabled people in England Scotland. It draws semi-structured longitudinal interviews with 71 31 key informants, primarily from people’s organisations. The nimble response, supporting myriad innovative ways, emerged as a finding. In contrast, statutory services were experienced by many barrier rather than an enabler, posing doubts about state’s ability to respond crisis. Our findings raise...

People with disabilities are at increased risk from COVID-19. Access to water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) services facilities is a fundamental right for all, vital in stopping the transmission of However, people often face difficulties accessing WASH. Various international organisations have published guidance recommendations on WASH service provision during COVID-19 pandemic, this must include information relevance disabilities. This study aimed investigate inclusion core concepts rights...

Abstract Background Epidemiological data on musculoskeletal impairment (MSI) and related service assistive product (AP) needs for displaced populations are lacking. This study aimed to estimate the prevalence, aetiology, specific MSI diagnosis need services APs among Syrian refugees living in Sultanbeyli, a district Istanbul, Turkey. Methods A population-based survey used probability proportionate size compact segment sampling select 80 clusters (‘street’) of 50 individuals (aged 2+), total...

Background The Government of Cambodia references core concepts human rights people with disabilities in their water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) policies guidance. However, few clearly articulate activities to achieve these. Methods This cross-sectional study explores the implementation referenced Cambodia's WASH Kampong Chhnang Svay Reing Provinces: Individualized services, Entitlement/affordability, Participation, Family resource, Access. Seven government officials 10 service providers...

Epidemiological data on musculoskeletal impairment (MSI) and related service assistive product (AP) needs for displaced populations are lacking. This study aimed to estimate the prevalence, aetiology, specific MSI diagnosis need services APs among Syrian refugees living in Sultanbeyli, a district Istanbul, Turkey. A population-based survey used probability proportionate size compact segment sampling select 80 clusters (‘street’) of 50 individuals (aged 2+), total sample approximately 4000...