Gender differences in beliefs about health: a comparative qualitative study with Ghanaian and Indian migrants living in the United Kingdom.

ABSTRACT:

Background

There is a well-established association between migration to high income countries and health status, with some groups reporting poorer health outcomes than the host population. However, processes that influence health behaviours and health outcomes across minority ethnic groups are complex and in addition, culture ascribes specific gender roles for men and women, which can further influence perspectives of health. The aim of this study was to undertake a comparative exploration of beliefs of health among male and female Ghanaian and Indian migrants and White British participants residing in an urban area within the UK.

Methods

Thirty-six participants (12 each Ghanaian, Indian and White British) were recruited through community settings and participated in a semi-

SUBMITTER: Alidu L 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5359821 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature