There may be biological reasons for this, such as Afro-Caribbeans having a predisposition to high blood pressure. Cultural reasons influence the diet of some ethnic groups, with high-fat foods such as ghee increasing the chances of developing heart disease. Language barriers can cause difficulties for ethnic minorities in accessing healthcare, with interpreters not always available (Wright, 2010). Prejudice can also have an effect on the poverty and health of different ethnic groups, preventing them from getting a job, promotion or fair pay and