Exercise : Observational Study - Data Collection : Compare Official Demographics Report
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...When breaking down into individual non-UK countries of birth,
- India (483,000, 52.5%),
- Pakistan (420,000, 67.4%)
- Bangladesh (188,000, 69.0%)
have the highest number of UK passport holders overall.
Of the top 10, five are Middle East and Asian countries.
Looking at the proportion of "other passports held", EU countries
make up 7 of the top 10 countries of birth.
The top three from this list are
- Poland (663,000, 89.3%)
- Romania (477,000, 88.6%)
- India (423,000, 45.9%)…
source: ons.gov.uk
- The changing picture of long-term international migration, England and Wales: Census 2021
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[ a "changing" picture ]
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...be our way...!..
...and never not...!...
- source: west asia / india roots males ?
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- source: males others
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In a street observational study, demographics such as age, race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status
are key factors for understanding the characteristics of the population being observed and for
ensuring the study's results are representative and applicable.
These demographic details are collected to identify patterns, assess potential biases, and inform
the design and interpretation of findings related to behaviors, exposures, and outcomes in real-world
settings.
- source: google
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Why Demographics Are Important in Street Observational Studies
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Representativeness: Demographics help determine if the observed population is a fair representation
of a broader target population, which is crucial for generalizability.
Bias Detection: Understanding the demographic makeup can help researchers identify and account for
potential biases that might influence study results.
Understanding Variation: Demographics allow researchers to explore how behaviors, exposures, and
outcomes vary across different groups within the population.
Targeted Interventions: Knowledge of demographics can guide the development and implementation of
targeted interventions or public health efforts.
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Examples of Demographics Used
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Race and Ethnicity: Important for examining health disparities and social determinants of health.
Socioeconomic Status (SES): A combined measure of economic and social standing, often assessed
using metrics like household income and residential zip code.
Age: Essential for understanding age-specific behaviors and health needs.
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How Demographics Are Incorporated
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Sample Selection: Demographic data is used to establish a sample that mirrors the characteristics
of the population being studied.
Data Analysis: Demographics are analyzed in conjunction with observed behaviors or health outcomes
to find associations.
Study Design: They inform the overall design of the study, helping to ensure that the research
questions are appropriate for the population and context.
- source: google
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-> NEED to verify the area population is within range of the latest official figures...
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...i won't take that...!...
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...i will...!...
… - source: senior asia west personnel males
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...[i do] get it...!...
- source: others territorial defence personnel
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[ "take" = ambiguous : "take scrutiny"
or
"take control" of the observation data collection process
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...oh scrutiny...!...
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...be in...and on that..
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- source: others...
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- source: middle east male ?
...in lead...!...
...oh could be that saudi…!?...
...mmmm...
...will be on that...
...ehhh…
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