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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol

@capcbristol.bsky.social
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We are a leading centre for primary care research and teaching based at the University of Bristol, UK. We are one of nine centres that form the @nihrspcr.bsky.social. Visit: www.bristol.ac.uk/capc

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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
Correction (with apologies): Should read: Applications are open for 2027 GP Academic Clinical Fellowships.
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Parents' voices are helping shape research on nipple shields & breastfeeding. This new @nihrspcr.bsky.social blog reflects on a collaborative workshop where people with lived experience, clinical experts & researchers met to improve #breastfeeding support & guidance. 👉 tinyurl.com/3kzj2746 #GPSky
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Blog | Nipple shields to support breastfeeding – a co-production workshop - NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR)
Researchers, parents and healthcare professionals came together in a co-production workshop to explore women’s experiences of using nipple shields to support breastfeeding.
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
The closing date for applications is 29 October 2026.
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Applications are open for 2026 GP Academic Clinical Fellowships here at CAPC, University of Bristol. 📢 This is a four-year NIHR or locally-funded integrated clinical and academic training programme aimed at ST1, ST2 and ST3 GPs. For details and how to apply, see: 👉 tinyurl.com/3h82yuch #GPSky
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2026: Applications open for 2026 GP Academic Clinical Fellowships | Centre for Academic Primary Care | University of Bristol
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upstreamlab.bsky.social @upstreamlab.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
We’re inviting primary care providers & family physicians, primary care researchers/academics and policymakers from around the world to share their views and help identify and prioritize the research questions that matter most for primary care globally.
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Our latest #PrimaryCare research newsletter (October 2026) is out now! 📢 It includes: ✅new research findings ✅blogs & opinion ✅people news ✅events ✅recruiting studies 👉See: tinyurl.com/3uhb7zva 🖱️Subscribe: tinyurl.com/2s35xvp7 #GPSky #PrimaryCareResearch #GeneralPractice #pharmsky
Front page of the Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC) research newsletter, October 2026. Photos of new CAPC co-leads, Rachel Johnson and Jessica Watson.
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Centre for Applied Excellence in Skin and Allergy Research @skinandallergy.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Dr Owain Jones, lead author and CAESAR team member, publishes findings from discreet choice experiment with over 2,000 participants in British Journal of Cancer www.bristol.ac.uk/primaryhealt... @nihrspcr.bsky.social @riddmj.bsky.social @capcbristol.bsky.social #skincancer #skincancerprevention
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2026: People want AI skin cancer checks to be safe | Centre for Academic Primary Care | University of Bristol
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
Watch a recording of the panel discussion: youtu.be/6bS3ydz_-30?...
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The evidence gap - Seyi Akiwowo, Dr Helen Brown, Gene Feder, Jess Phillips MP
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
How do we make sure evidence reaches the people shaping policy? Prof Gene Feder reflects on the difference between presenting research at academic conferences & taking evidence directly to policymakers at a Policy Live discussion on violence against women & girls. 👉 Blog: tinyurl.com/yax334df
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
This is a joint project working across the Universities of Bristol and Exeter, funded by the GW4 BioMed3 MRC Doctoral Landscape Programme. Closes: 5pm, 21 October 2026 @nihrspcr.bsky.social @sapc.ac.uk @gw4biomeddtp.bsky.social @gw4alliance.bsky.social @healthinnowest.bsky.social
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
⭐Funded #PhD opportunity:⭐ From Prediction to Practice: Improving #Diabetes in Primary Care. 📢 Interested in improving patient care in general practice? This PhD will explore how clinical prediction tools can be implemented in routine diabetes care. 👉 tinyurl.com/skunzm3p #PrimaryCareResearch
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From Prediction to Practice: Improving Diabetes in Primary Care at University of Bristol on FindAPhD.com
PhD Project - From Prediction to Practice: Improving Diabetes in Primary Care at University of Bristol, listed on FindAPhD.com
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
We were thrilled to be part of the #NIHR20 celebrations in the SW Central region in Bristol last week! 🎉 The event brought together researchers, partners & public contributors to reflect on the scale & impact of 20 years of @nihr.bsky.social-funded research in our region. 👉 tinyurl.com/5au2rbxu
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2026: NIHR20 - Celebrating 20 years of health and care research in the South West | Centre for Academic Primary Care | University of Bristol
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Participants preferred AI technologies that are in the hands of clinicians, ensuring that patients still have contact with human clinicians as part of their assessment. 👉 Read the full paper: www.nature.com/articles/s41... @cancerresearchuk.org #AI #ArtificialIntelligence
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Preferences for the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies to help detect skin cancer in primary care settings: a UK-wide discrete choice experiment (DCE) - British Journal of Cancer
British Journal of Cancer - Preferences for the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies to help detect skin cancer in primary care settings: a UK-wide discrete choice experiment (DCE)
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
People want AI #SkinCancer checks to be safe, accurate and work for all skin tones, study finds. Owain Jones et al. explored what matters most to patients, public & GPs when considering AI technologies designed to help detect skin cancer in #PrimaryCare. 👉 News: tinyurl.com/428njr3y #GPSky
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2026: People want AI skin cancer checks to be safe | Centre for Academic Primary Care | University of Bristol
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Common Ambition Bristol - a pioneering community-led #HIV programme - has been recognised in the NIHR Impact Awards. 🎉 The programme has transformed HIV awareness, testing and prevention among African and Caribbean heritage communities in Bristol. 👉News: tinyurl.com/3aupsx65 @hpruebs.bsky.social
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2026: NIHR Impact Prizes 2026 - Common Ambition Bristol | Centre for Academic Primary Care | University of Bristol
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
There are big health inequalities in Bristol. Beth Winn highlights the work of GPs at the Deep End Bristol - a network of GP practices in the most deprived communities. The network aims to reduce health inequalities & address the 'inverse research law'. #NIHR20
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
The Bridging Gaps team share details of their award-winning co-production work to improve healthcare for women who have experienced multiple disadvantage & trauma, partnering with GP practices. #NIHR20
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Karen Morgan emphasising the vital inclusion of integrated survivor support in domestic abuse perpetrator behaviour change programmes. #NIHR20
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Colleagues Helen Cramer, Karen Mogan, Michelle Farr and Beth Winn coming up. ⬇️ #NIHR20 Celebrating 20 years of health and care research.
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
@riddmj.bsky.social speaking about #eczema research which is a key focus of the @skinandallergy.bsky.social he leads. #NIHR20 Celebrating 20 years of health and care research. @nihrspcr.bsky.social
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Over 40,000 members of the public have taken part in NIHR-funded research in our region! ❤️ #NIHR20
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Delighted to be at the South West Central #NIHR20 celebration event in Bristol today. Celebrating 20 years of research in our region. 🎉 @nihrspcr.bsky.social
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Centre for Applied Excellence in Skin and Allergy Research @skinandallergy.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
The STRIPE study explores how people use eczema treatments in real life because literature shows that real world use varies a lot. Results due in 2027! Visit www.bristol.ac.uk/stripe-study to read more about it. #eczema #eczemaawareness #eczemaweek @riddmj.bsky.social @capcbristol.bsky.social
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
📢 Good Grief Weston is back! 📢 The festival that aims to open up conversations about death, dying & bereavement returns to North Somerset from 15-18 October 2026. This year's programme features more than 40 free & low-cost events. 👉 Find out more & explore the programme: tinyurl.com/496ad4av
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
Special thanks to colleagues, public contributors & local film-maker Patch de Salis who contributed to the making of this film. 🙏 Read the news: tinyurl.com/2cmmw2vt
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2026: CAPC film launched | Centre for Academic Primary Care | University of Bristol
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
New CAPC film launched! 📢 We have created a short film introducing who we are and what we do. 🎞️ We're delighted to share it during #NIHR20 - a fitting moment to thank & celebrate all the people who contribute to our research. 🎉 @nihrspcr.bsky.social @sapc.ac.uk @bnssgresearch.bsky.social #GPSky
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Centre for Applied Excellence in Skin and Allergy Research @skinandallergy.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Dr Eliza Hutchison led the SOCX Study: Eczema, acne and psoriasis in skin of colour. Her paper was cited in an editorial at the British Journal of General Practice 🥳 bjgp.org/content/76/7... www.bristol.ac.uk/socx-study @riddmj.bsky.social @capcbristol.bsky.social @nihrspcr.bsky.social
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Congratulations to all the winners! 🎉 Great to see recognition for the amazing public & community involvement work by colleagues & partners across the @nihrspcr.bsky.social, including CAPC colleagues: Chloe Shaw, Laura Jefferies, Alisha Newman & partners Caafi Health Health Research Ambassadors. 👏
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NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) @nihrspcr.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
SPCR academics have co‑authored a new BMJ editorial on the RCGP research roadmap, calling for stronger primary care research capacity, better support for early‑career researchers, and deeper patient and public involvement. Read more: spcr.nihr.ac.uk/news/primary...
SPCR academics have co‑authored a new BMJ editorial on the RCGP research roadmap, calling for stronger primary care research capacity, better support for early‑career researchers, and deeper patient and public involvement.

Read more: https://spcr.nihr.ac.uk/news/primary-care-research-roadmap-bmj-editorial/
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NHS BNSSG ICB Research @bnssgresearch.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Congratulations Dr Rachel Johnson & @drjessicawatson.bsky.social! We'll be delighted to be working more closely with you as @capcbristol.bsky.social co-leads. Huge thanks and appreciation to @katrinaturner.bsky.social as the exiting CAPC lead. We wish you all the best in your exciting new role! 👏👏👏
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Great to see the Top 10 priorities for research in same day, urgent & emergency care published. Proud to be part of the @surgeworkforce.bsky.social partnership. ⬇️ NB: Sarah Voss (UWE Bristol) will be speaking about SURGE at the next @bnssgresearch.bsky.social seminar: 1 Oct 26. tinyurl.com/3tf9prae
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NHS BNSSG ICB Research @bnssgresearch.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
New from @surgeworkforce.bsky.social! Top 10 priorities for same day and emergency care research:
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
@nihrspcr.bsky.social @sapc.ac.uk @bnssgresearch.bsky.social @bristolhealthp.bsky.social @gppact.bsky.social
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
We are delighted to announce that Rachel Johnson & @drjessicawatson.bsky.social have been appointed co-leads of CAPC. They take on the role from @katrinaturner.bsky.social, who has a new Deputy Head of Population Health Sciences role within Bristol Medical School. 👉 News: tinyurl.com/mrdbeut9
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2026: Rachel Johnson and Jessica Watson take on CAPC leadership role | Centre for Academic Primary Care | University of Bristol
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
The authors say that weight management programmes could potentially play an important role in creating healthier home environments and improving health outcomes for future generations. 🔗Full paper: tinyurl.com/4upreaa6
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Effect of parent attendance at an adult commercial weight management programme on their children
Objectives This study aimed to explore what motivates parents to address their own weight and support their child to reach or maintain a healthy weight, how parents assess their child’s weight and the...
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
The NIHR funded study explored the experiences of 396 members of a weight loss group with children aged 5-11. It found: 💠48% reported healthy improvements in their child’s diet 💠27% said their child had become more physically active. Parents also reported increased motivation to support them.
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
When parents adopt healthier habits to lose weight, their children may benefit too, study suggests. Research by Ruth Mears et al found that many parents attending weight management groups reported positive changes in their children’s diet & physical activity. 👉News: tinyurl.com/4mhm44k9
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2026: When parents adopt healthier habits to lose weight, their children may benefit | Centre for Academic Primary Care | University of Bristol
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Read the roadmap: www.rcgp.org.uk/representing...
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Research Roadmap
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
The RCGP research roadmap is an important first step in strengthening primary care research, but patient engagement, early career exposure & evolving digital environments need more attention, leading academics & public contributors say. 👉 Read the @bmj.com editorial: tinyurl.com/5n6s8hxr #GPSky
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Excellent programme for this year's @reachbristol.bsky.social showcase. ⬇️ #EmergencyCare #PrimaryCare #Policy #PublicInvolvement @bristolhealthp.bsky.social @bnssgresearch.bsky.social
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
@policybristol.bsky.social @nihrspcr.bsky.social @bnssgresearch.bsky.social @sapc.ac.uk #DVA #DomesticAbuse #DomesticViolence
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Policy Live is a 1-day event bringing together fresh perspectives from policymakers, public servants, civil society leaders, innovators & academics to solve the UK's biggest challenges. Hosted by @nestauk.bsky.social, this year's event unpacks 4 fundamental shifts reshaping UK politics & society.
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Prof Gene Feder will be speaking at Policy Live 2026 on 10 September 2026 in Westminster. He will be joining a panel to discuss: 'The evidence gap: What it will take to halve violence against women and girls' (15.30-16.15) Register your interest to attend: www.nesta.org.uk/feature/poli... #VAWG
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Policy Live 2026
Exploring policy solutions to some of the biggest challenges faced by the UK
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
Webinar: 📢 #DomesticAbuse & other adversities experienced by children and young people: What's missing in measurement & service response? 📆15 Sept '26 🕓12-2pm (BST) Speakers: Ladan Hashemi, Shabeer Syed, Claire Powell, Ruth Weir. Chairs: Gene Feder, Ruth Gilbert. Register: tinyurl.com/mrmb4by4
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Register for free – Domestic abuse & other adversities experienced by CPY: What's missing in measurement and service response? – Microsoft Teams
Domestic abuse & other adversities experienced by CPY: What's missing in measurement and service response? – Microsoft Teams, Tue 15 Sep 2026 - Domestic abuse and other adversities experienced by chil...
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
Congratulations to Chloe Shaw, who has received a Recognition of Excellence Award in the @nihrspcr.bsky.social Outstanding Contribution to Public and Community Involvement awards (Early Career Researcher category) for creating safe, creative & trauma-informed opportunities in bereavement research. 🎉
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NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) @nihrspcr.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Congratulations to former SPCR award holders Dr Ashley Hammond and Dr Sam Creavin, who have been recognised with NIHR20 Research Leaders Prizes for their contributions to health and care research: www.spcr.nihr.ac.uk/news/spcr-aw... #SPCR #PrimaryCare #Research @capcbristol.bsky.social
Congratulations to former SPCR award holders Dr Ashley Hammond and Dr Sam Creavin, who have been recognised with NIHR20 Research Leaders Prizes for their contributions to health and care research: https://www.spcr.nihr.ac.uk/news/spcr-award-holders-nihr20-research-leaders-prizes

#SPCR #PrimaryCare #Research
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NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) @nihrspcr.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
New research from the University of Bristol finds therapist-led online CBT can significantly improve depression symptoms, with supplementary funding provided by the NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR): www.spcr.nihr.ac.uk/news/online-... #SPCR #PrimaryCare #Research
New research from the University of Bristol finds therapist-led online CBT can significantly improve depression symptoms, with supplementary funding provided by the NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR): https://www.spcr.nihr.ac.uk/news/online-cbt-for-depression-nihr-spcr

#SPCR #PrimaryCare #Research
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 21/08/2026
Congratulations to Ashley Hammond & Sam Creavin, both of whom are recipients of NIHR20 Research Leaders Prizes.🎉 The prizes, which mark the @nihr.bsky.social’s 20th anniversary, celebrate talented leaders who are making an exceptional contribution to UK health & care research. tinyurl.com/34uzdufw
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Lucy Selman @lucyselman.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Grateful to such incredible contributors to our work @griefcentrebris.bsky.social
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Centre for Academic Primary Care (CAPC), Bristol @capcbristol.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Colleague @jscottuob.bsky.social highlights the risks of coming off #benzodiazepines too quickly in this @channel4news.bsky.social feature on Gen Z use of anti-anxiety drugs from the dark web. 👀 Watch: www.channel4.com/news/why-gen...
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Why Gen Z are getting anti-anxiety drugs from the dark web
Increasing numbers of young people are turning to the dark web to get hold of anti-anxiety medication - and many of them are unknowingly buying pills laced with a highly potent synthetic opioid called...
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