Resources About CoRONAVIRUS
We have put together some resources and links in South Asian Languages to follow for advice during the Coronavirus Pandemic. There are several ways you can keep yourself and loved ones safe.
UK-India COVID-19 Response Webinar Series Infographics
Infographics can help summarise medical literature and reduce the cognitive load on readers. Therefore, as part of the response to the COVID-19 crisis, infographics have been created by SAHF Associate Fellows.
Mental Wellbeing and Support for Healthcare Workers Infographic
Covid Remote Monitoring and Management at Home Infographic
Hospitals - Managing Covid-19: Logistics and Operations Infographic
Hospital and ICU Management of Covid-19 Infographic
Management of Long Covid Infographic
Palliative Care and Covid-19 Infographic
Prevention, Diagnosis and Early Management of Covid-19 Infographic
The Covid-19 Crisis in India
South Asian Health Foundation launches a call to action and a step change in collaboration to build on the excellent global effort during the pandemic to date. View the 10 point plan
Trisha Greenhalgh’s interview for an Indian audience
Simple & evidence based advice for patients unable to access healthcare in India (In Urdu)
Professor Hanif giving simple and evidence based advice on how to manage COVID-19 at home with simple instructions.
Information on the COVID-19 Vaccine (in Punjabi)
SAHF COVID-19 Vaccination Safety Video
Nationally, we need to have more ethnic minority populations taking part in the vaccine implementation programme. Leading clinicians and researchers of ethnic background along with the Mayor of London and Centre for Black Minority Ethnic Health have created this video to support the vaccine implementation programme and its safety.
Infographics: Know the new UK COVID-19 strain
This document has been translated into a number of languages including South Asian, Mandarin and European.
Vaccine Information in Community Languages
NHS doctors, nurses and other frontline staff have come forward to help reassure communities that COVID-19 vaccines are safe, effective and have been independently tested to the highest standards.
NHS staff have recorded messages in some of the most commonly spoken languages, they explain how the vaccine is given, and give clear evidence that the vaccines work and are safe. It is hoped that the videos will be shared among friends, families, faith and community groups via WhatsApp, text message and on social media. You can view the script in English and download the videos via the link below:
https://www.england.nhs.uk/london/our-work/covid-19-vaccine-communication-materials/
Covid: Extra 1.7m vulnerable added to shielding list
An extra 1.7 million people are expected to be added to the 2.3 million already on the list.
Half of the group have not yet been vaccinated so will now be prioritised urgently by their local GPs.
It comes after a new model was developed that takes into account extra factors rather than just health.
SAHF and COVID-19 Vaccine Webinar
Webinar building on the SAGE findings and talking about vaccine uptake and hesitancy in ethnic minority populations.
Recorded: Tuesday 9th February, 2021
Panel includes Nadhim Zahawi MP - Minister for COVID-19 Vaccine Deployment
DocumentS:
Dr Carter’s interview with Harjap Bhangal dispelling the myths and mis-information about COVID-19 and the Vaccine.
People’s PMQ’s with Dr Nikita Kanani on COVID 19 Vaccine
COVID-19: Advice from Diabetes UK for people with Diabetes and their families:
https://www.diabetes.org.uk/about_us/news/coronavirus
https://www.diabetes.org.uk/about_us/news/coronavirus-vaccines
A group of celebrities have released a video addressing vaccine misinformation in BAME communities.
The group, including actors Adil Ray and Meera Syal, as well as cricketeer Moeen Ali and presenter Konnie Huq, appealed to black, Asian and ethnic minority communities in the UK to help address hesitancy around the Covid-19 vaccine.
Medical Aid Films - a UK-based charity producing educational health films have developed Covid-19 informational animation which is available in 3 community languages - Arabic, Punjabi, Urdu
Ayat a Clinical Pharmacist is encouraging people to attend their COVID-19 vaccine when invited. The vaccine is safe to have it has been through all necessary checks & is one of the best chances we have to protect ourselves against coronavirus
Useful video in Gujarati on Covid Vaccine
Qari Asim, Imam at at Leeds Mosque, dispels some myths and talks about the safety of the COVID19 Vaccine in Urdu. The vaccine has been through rigorous checks and it is one of the best chances we have to protect ourselves against coronavirus
A message in Urdu from Dr Samara Afzal regarding the Coronavirus Vaccine, please encourage everyone who gets called to have their jab.
COVID Vaccine take home messages:
Dr Nikki Kanani, Professor Jonathan Van-Tam and David Pearson answer some important questions from health and care staff about the COVID Vaccine.
COVID-19 Vaccination: What to expect
Please read the product information leaflet in Hindi for more details on the vaccine including side effects.
SAHF Trustees have had the COVID Vaccine, let's all get vaccinated and start to look forward to the end of the pandemic!
COVID-19 in Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic populations: An evidence review and recommendations from SAHF.
We have developed new recommendations to protect BAME communities from the disproportionate impact of COVID-19 have been issued to help “close the gap” in health inequality. The recommendations are based on the most updated evidence, please read recommendations by clicking below:
To access slides from this report fill in the form below and become a member of the SAHF:
COVID-19 Infographics in different Languages
We have created infographics to help summarise ‘Factors associated with COVID-19 transmission and mortality’ and ‘Prevention and protection of the South Asian Communities from COVID-19’ in a variety of languages to get the right information to these communities.
To access the infographics please select languages below:
Risk Reduction Framework for NHS Staff
An expert working group led by Professor Kamlesh Khunti has developed a Risk Reduction Framework for NHS Staff at risk of COVID-19 infection.
Watch this video in Hindi to find out the measures you can take to protect yourself from Coronavirus:
Living with diabetes - a short message for our South Asian community during the COVID-19 pandemic from the Leicester Diabetes Centre
What this video in Punjabi on Government Guidance on lockdown and guidance for staying at home.
COVID-19 Essential Advice in English
Video Q&A in Hindi in collaboration with the National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society.
Coronavirus precautions and safety measures, how to protect yourself - Video in Hindi
A five-minute video on the matter of forgotten populations i.e. asylum seekers and undocumented migrants, is available on the website of the Royal College of physicians of Edinburgh
Sharing idea that people who have recovered from COVID-19 could be issued with a certificate saying so and if they wish to be added to a publicly available register so employers and volunteering organisations can contact them. This would potentially help society and help people get valuable jobs (published 21st of March). This is especially important for volunteers and obviously for health and care workers.
Covid 19 Messages in Bengali – based on NHS England Advice
Covid 19 Messages in Turkish – based on NHS England Advice
You Clap for Me Now: the coronavirus poem on racism and immigration in Britain
The Leicester Diabetes Centre video follows the sick day rules for Type 1 diabetes. Helpful tips for staying safe whilst you are feeling unwell.
The Leicester Diabetes Centre video follows the sick day rules for Type 2 diabetes. Helpful tips for staying safe whilst you are feeling unwell.
Global Views COVID-19 Survey is now live
The NIHR ARC-EM research team has created a short online survey to understand the global impact of COVID-19 on care for patients with long-term conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, depression, chronic kidney disease
http://arc-em.nihr.ac.uk/news-events/news/global-views-covid-19-survey-now-live
Covid-19 highlights the long standing contribution that ethnic minority doctors have made to the NHS.
Healthcare workers from ethnic minorities have long contributed to the NHS. It is time to recognise this, say Professor Paramjit Gill and Professor Kiran Patel
Coronavirus Resource in Punjabi
Resource in Punjabi for Coronavirus
Return to School
School is the best place to be for learning, friends and running around. If your child is eligible to attend, find out more about the safety measures in place for returning to school.
Guidance on the Mental Health and Wellbeing aspects of Coronavirus
The coronavirus (COVID19) outbreak is going to have an impact on everyone’s daily lives, as the government and the NHS take necessary steps to manage the outbreak, reduce transmission and treat those who need medical attention.
For further information: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/covid-19-guidance-for-the-public-on-mental-health-and-wellbeing/guidance-for-the-public-on-the-mental-health-and-wellbeing-aspects-of-coronavirus-covid-19
It’s important we look after our mental wellbeing, and that of our families, during this difficult time. Visit everymindmatters.co.uk for expert tips and advice on dealing with stress, boosting your mood and feeling on top of things. Visit and get your personalised Mind Plan.
Coronavirus and Ramadan Guidance for Healthcare Professionals and Patients
As Ramadan comes to a close for Muslims up and down the country, who have observed this holy month which has been uniquely different to any other year, the government guidance reminds us that the most important action we can all take to control the virus is to celebrate Eid at home. If you are going to celebrate Eid outside, for example, in the park, the government guidance says that we should only mix with people from our house and we should practice social distancing, leaving 2 metres apart from other people, who do not live in your house.
From the Muslim Council of Britain (MCB): https://mcb.org.uk/mcb-updates/coronavirus-guidance-for-mosques-and-madrassas/
Ramadan can be a challenging time for many people with type 2 diabetes who choose to fast. This video gives advice on how to navigate through this time safely and effectively.
Short animation to help you keep safe during the holy month of Ramadan during the Coronavirus pandemic. Advice from a trained Community Champion:
The month of Ramadan forms one of the five pillars of the Muslim faith. Click here for the paper on discussing implications of fasting in Ramadan during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The British Islamic Medical Association (BIMA) has undertaken a series of rapid evidence reviews: https://britishima.org/ramadan-rapid-review/
Is it safe for patients with COVID-19 to fast in Ramadan?
This review provides information to clinicians looking after people who have symptoms of COVID-19 and are thinking about fasting.
https://www.cebm.net/covid-19/is-it-safe-for-patients-with-covid-19-to-fast-in-ramadan/
Fasting in a Pandemic
Watch this video for Fasting in a Pandemic
RESOURCES: COVID-19 Related Peer Review Publications for HCPs
Covid-19, community trials, and inclusion. Gill PS, Poduval S, Thakur J, Iqbal R. The Lancet, March 2021
COVID-19 in ethnic minority groups: where do we go following PHE’s report? Khunti K, Pareek M
Estimating excess 1-year mortality associated with the COVID-19 pandemic according to underlying conditions and age: a population-based cohort study - Dr Amitava Banerjee et al.
Managing People with Diabetes & Fasting for Ramadan during COVID-19 Pandemic: A SAHF Update
Guidelines for Managing Diabetes during Ramadan: South Asian Health Foundation (UK) has developed the present guidelines based on robust evidence derived from epidemiological studies and clinical trials conducted during Ramadan.
Further links for Coronavirus:
Ramadan and Diabetes Tips: https://www.diabetes.org.uk/guide-to-diabetes/managing-your-diabetes/ramadan
National Rheumatoid Arthritis Society Guidance: https://www.nras.org.uk/what-is-coronavirus-covid-19-
General Coronavirus Advice for people living with Diabetes from the Leicester Diabetes Centre: https://www.leicesterdiabetescentre.org.uk/covid19
Mental Health Advice: How to Protect your Mental Health: Coronavirus - Read more at the BBC and Mind
Tips for Staying at home and Managing Diabetes - read these tips to support you in keeping well and managing diabetes while you’re at home, whether you’re self-isolating or know someone who is.