Background Patient and public involvement (PPI) in research is growing internationally, but
little is known about black and minority ethnic (BME) involvement and the factors influencing …

Objective Public and patient involvement is increasingly embedded as a core activity in
research funding calls and best practice guidelines. However, there is recognition of the …

Background In order to provide effective primary care for refugees and to develop
interventions tailored to them, we must know their needs. Little is known of the health needs …

Research participants often do not represent the general population. Systematic exclusion of
particular groups from research limits the generalizability of research findings and …

Background Disparities in vaccination coverage exist in Somalia with Internally Displaced
Persons (IDPs) being among the groups with the lowest coverage. We implemented an …

Background Cross-cultural communication in primary care is often difficult, leading to
unsatisfactory, substandard care. Supportive evidence-based guidelines and training …

Purpose Addressing obstacles such as logistical complexities, social stigma, and the impact
of historical traumas is essential for the successful inclusion of underrepresented groups in …

Plain English summary It is important for health care workers to know the needs and
expectations of their patients. Therefore, service users have to be involved in research. To …

Although public engagement in research is increasingly popular, the involvement of citizens
living in vulnerable circumstances is rarely realized. This narrative review aims to describe …

Public engagement in health research is vital for addressing health disparities and
promoting inclusivity among minoritised communities who often face barriers to accessing …