Researchers from the Asthma UK Centre for Applied Research have launched a study which will explore the psychological effect that the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic is having on people with asthma.
Exploring the wellbeing and perceptions of people with asthma
The online study aims to explore the experiences and wellbeing of people in the UK with asthma and find out their thoughts about the risk of COVID-19 and the UK Government’s stay at home isolation measures.
Recommendations for high risk populations
The study intends to recruit adults with asthma from across the UK to complete an online survey. The information gathered will help scientists understand how these people have been affected psychologically by the COVID-19 pandemic and what they think about the risk coronavirus poses and the UK Government’s guidance.
This data will be used to suggest recommendations for lockdown exit strategies and in case of any future pandemics.
Dr Tracy Jackson, the Patient and Public Involvement Research Fellow from the Asthma UK Centre for Applied Research, who is leading the study said:
“The current COVID-19 pandemic has significantly changed the way we live, and for those with respiratory conditions such as asthma, it is of particular concern. It’s important to find out more about how this has impacted people’s mental health and wellbeing so we can work towards solutions to support people and help improve their lives.”
Noelle Morgan, Patient and Public Representative for the study said:
“Living with asthma comes with many challenges. During COVID-19, being labelled as “higher risk or more vulnerable” is a strangely uncomfortable feeling; no one wants to be singled out or pigeon holed. The mental health implications of social distancing or shielding have come to media attention quite late yet the consequences could in a way be as detrimental as the virus itself. This Asthma UK Centre for Applied Research study is hugely important in better understanding the psychological impact and I am delighted to be a part of this research”.
More information for this study can be found on the study webpage:
Exploring the psychological impact of the COVID-19 pandemic in high risk groups across the UK
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