Short Films Created to Improve Self-Management by Black People Living with Stroke Through Kingston University Research Project - London Post

Short films created to improve self-management by Black people living with stroke through Kingston University research project - London Post

Short films exploring Black people’s experiences of stroke have been released as outputs for a research project led by Kingston University and UWE Bristol. Launched during Stroke Awareness Month, the film resources offer advice for those living with stroke and healthcare professionals. Black people in the UK are more likely to have a stroke than White people, and experience stroke at a younger age. They are especially affected by conditions, suc…

A research project by Kingston University has created two short films to help Black stroke victims.

In collaboration with UWE Bristol, the films also aim to guide healthcare professionals in providing better support. The project aims to reduce health inequalities and improve care for Black communities, who face higher stroke risks and earlier onset. Funded by the NIHR and supported by the NHS, the project is now working to share the films across services and communities.