Identifying the Health Concerns of Pregnant British Pakistani Women Living in Deprived Areas: A Qualitative Study.

What is already known on this subject? South Asian women have previously identified issues relating to safety in physical activity and cultural barriers to engaging in physical activity but there has been little investigation into the health concern of pregnant Pakistani women.What this study adds? We now have a clearer understanding of the barriers faced by pregnant Pakistani women living in deprived areas when trying to live a healthy lifestyle. This understanding will contribute to the development of strategies for promoting health and improving the outcomes for this population.