On the left, you can see a map showing where RHITE members live. Click the map to make it bigger.

It is important to us that our PPIE members are spread across the UK, as there can be differences in care depending on where you live.

Often, medical facilities are located in urban areas, making it hard for those in rural areas to access treatment. This distance can feel even greater to someone unwell and vulnerable. These people must not be forgotten in medical research, and technologies created must be accessible to all. To be able to understand how research can be tailored to marginalised groups, we must capture these experiences. This will allow us to find solutions to unmet needs and ensure everyone can access the treatment they need.

If you cannot see a dot close to where you live, please consider signing up for RHITE. Your voice could help support people who have had similar experiences to you.

Below is some of the EDI data we have collected from our RHITE members. These statistics have been compared with the ONS 2021 Census data for England and Wales (labelled as UK).

All data last updated: 24th April 2026