A new research programme dedicated to improving the health outcomes of Black communities has been launched at Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust.
The Improving Black Health Outcomes (IBHO) Bioresource is a new research programme dedicated to studying health conditions and their unique impacts on UK Black communities. The IBHO Bioresource is part of the National Institute for Health and Care Research Bioresource and is being delivered by Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust’s Mental Health Research Delivery Team.
Black communities are currently underrepresented in genetic research, which limits our understanding of health conditions and reduces the effectiveness of treatments for these populations.
This study aims to build a dedicated research resource focusing on individuals from Black communities to improve research, prevention strategies, and access to healthcare. Over 6,000 volunteers have already consented to take part.
You’re invited to contribute
We are inviting individuals aged 16+ from Black ethnic backgrounds (Black African, Black Caribbean, Black British). Additionally, individuals with Sickle cell anaemia or Thalassaemia, regardless of ethnicity are also invited to participate in the study. Participation involves providing a blood or saliva sample and filling some questionnaires.
As a thank you for their time, participants will receive: a £15 Amazon voucher and reimbursement of reasonable travel expenses up to £22.50.
For more information, email the research team or call 07766 904 361.
