The EPIC-Norfolk StudyPresent: 7 participants, 8 researchers, 4 apologies.
Three members of the Fourth Health Check (4HC) staff in Norwich were introduced to the Panel. The Panel members were also informed of the sad loss of two Panel members.
The Panel were informed that the changes they had suggested have been included in the actigraph results letter going out to participants following their 4HC appointment. Also, as suggested at the last meeting an information sheet explaining results to participants has also been compiled and a copy was provided to members for information.
Professor Kay-Tee Khaw then spoke to the Panel about EPIC permission and consent and an open discussion session followed.
This year marks the 20th Anniversary of EPIC and the research team are planning ways to celebrate the occasion. The Panel were asked for contributions giving a participant’s perspective of taking part in EPIC.
An update of the current activities and progress of the 4HC was given. There are plans for an official launch of the 4HC and a press release planned. Panel members’ contributions as detailed above may also be used for this.
Future agenda items were discussed and members requested talks covering the EPIC eye and physical performance data.
Future Meeting Dates were discussed.