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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

🎧 Two new PCCS Unscripted episodes are out, hosted by Dr Xenophon Kassianides. Perfect listening for your commute or lunch break 🧵👇 For UK HCPs only #PrimaryCare #CVD

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Hypertension and lipid management: what's changed and what matters 📍Best Practice Birmingham, 7 Oct, 4pm Join Alison Warren as she unpacks the latest changes in hypertension and lipid management and what they mean for primary care practice. 🔗 PCCS at Best Practice - buff.ly/Y2pEAlA

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Cardiometabolic risk 2026: applying new guidance safely 📍Best Practice Birmingham, 7 Oct, 3.15pm How do you apply new cardiometabolic guidance safely in everyday practice? Join Prof Raj Thakkar for practical insights and key updates. 🔗 PCCS at Best Practice - buff.ly/Y2pEAlA

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

The conference may be over, but there's plenty to look forward to. Meet our new President, @bevbostock.bsky.social and hear her plans for a year centred on collaboration, multidisciplinary working and better patient care.

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

That's a wrap on #PCCS2026. Thank you to our speakers and everyone who joined us over two days of excellent discussion on cardiovascular prevention, heart failure, and treatment innovation. Recordings coming soon. buff.ly/9bgZe7r

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

As the PCCS Presidency handover takes place at our Annual Conference, we thank Prof Raj Thakkar for his leadership, guidance and commitment as President. Under his leadership, PCCS has grown its reach, education and influence across primary care.

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Closing #PCCS2026 with GLP-1s and lifestyle medicine. The message for primary care: match treatment to the individual, support sustainable lifestyle change and think beyond weight alone to wider cardiometabolic health. #GLP1 #CVDPrevention pccsuk.org/events/1016/...

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Live at #PCCS2026: the data captured every day in primary care can help power cardiovascular research. From identifying eligible patients to generating evidence, routine data can connect everyday care with tomorrow’s treatments. #PrimaryCare #CVDResearch pccsuk.org/events/1016/...

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Live at #PCCS2026: medicines adherence isn’t simply an information problem. Ask what gets in the way, understand the individual barriers and tailor the approach. Sometimes changing the conversation matters as much as the prescription. #PrimaryCare pccsuk.org/events/1016/...

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Day 2 at #PCCS2026 starts with heart failure: think HF earlier, use NT-proBNP to support diagnosis, code the phenotype accurately and optimise treatment promptly. For HFrEF, think four pillars and early action. #HeartFailure #PrimaryCare pccsuk.org/events/1016/...

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Day 2 of #PCCS2026 starts now. Heart failure, medicines adherence and GLP1s on the agenda. Join us live. pccsuk.org/events/1016/...

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Day 1 of #PCCS2026 done. Thanks to everyone who joined for sessions on CVD prevention, hypertension, and CKD and PAD care. Back tomorrow at 08:45 for Day 2. buff.ly/9bgZe7r

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Closing Day 1 at #PCCS2026 with one clear message: heart, kidney & vascular risk can’t be managed in silos. Check eGFR + uACR, recognise PAD and use every diagnosis to address wider cardiovascular risk. Connect the dots. #CKD #CVDPrevention pccsuk.org/events/1016/...

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Live at #PCCS2026: CVD remains under-recognised and under-treated in women. Pregnancy complications, gestational diabetes and early menopause are important cardiovascular risk markers. Prevention starts by asking the right questions. #WomensHealth #CVDPrevention pccsuk.org/events/1016/...

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Live at #PCCS2026: innovation in CVD care isn't about more clinics, it's about smarter prevention. Use data to find risk earlier, empower MDTs, support home monitoring and move from reactive care to proactive prevention. #DigitalHealth #CVDPrevention pccsuk.org/events/1016/...

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Live at #PCCS2026: the future of hypertension care is based on earlier identification, team-based care, home BP monitoring and faster optimisation can improve outcomes while making services more sustainable. #Hypertension #PrimaryCare pccsuk.org/events/1016/...

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

COPD and CVD can't be treated separately. At #PCCS2026, @bevbostock.bsky.social highlighted that every COPD review should also be a cardiovascular review. Prevention means optimising risk factors, vaccination and patient self-management. #COPD pccsuk.org/events/1016/...

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Live at #PCCS2026: four nations, one clear message. Find CVD risk earlier, treat to target and focus support where need is greatest. For primary care, prevention must become systematic, proactive and equitable. #CVDPrevention pccsuk.org/events/1016/...

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

The #PCCS2026 Annual Conference "New Frontiers in Cardiovascular Care" kicks off today, free and fully virtual. Two days of expert sessions on primary care cardiovascular practice. Join us. buff.ly/9bgZe7r

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

🚨 One day to go until our Annual Conference. Two days of expert sessions on primary care cardiovascular practice, free and fully virtual. Not registered yet? There's still time. #PCCS2026

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Three years, one clear lesson. Thank you, Raj, for your leadership of the PCCS and welcome to Beverley Bostock who takes up the role next. Read Raj's full "Ask the President" reflections here: buff.ly/OL3ACTs #PCCS #MDT #ThankYouRaj

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Running a CVRM review in practice: step-by-step approach 📍Best Practice Birmingham, 7 Oct, 12.45pm Join Dr Paul Ferenc and Dr Xenophon Kassianides for a practical, step-by-step guide to running an effective CVRM review in primary care. 🔗 PCCS at Best Practice - buff.ly/s1LzvPu

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Prevention. ‘The greatest opportunities to improve outcomes sit upstream’ - Raj believes cardiovascular, kidney and metabolic care is the future. Read his full reflections on CVKM and the future of prevention buff.ly/RUimLUM #CVKM #Prevention #PCCS

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

As Prof Raj Thakkar hands over the PCCS presidency, we asked him what three years in the role really taught him. First up: leadership is not a title. Read more here: www.linkedin.com/pulse/editio...

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Got a commute to fill? 🎧 Catch up on this summer's CVD developments with PCCS Unscripted's "Summer Round Up" ft. Dr Xenophon Kassianides, Prof Derek Connolly & Prof Kausik Ray. Trial data, Lp(a) & more. buff.ly/hGL3S1R UK HCPs only.

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

💡 Conference Countdown 💡 GLP-1s and lifestyle medicine — a session you won't want to miss. 👤 Beverley Bostock – "What to Use When and in Who?" 👤 Dr Sundhya Raman – "Lifestyle Medicine" 📅 Fri 25 Sept | 13:30 | Session 7: GLP-1s Register free 👇 buff.ly/vLKI2fG

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

📢 Registration is now open | PCCS Scotland Conference 2026 is back for a fourth year! 📅 Wed 18 Nov | 📍 voco Grand Central, Glasgow Redesigning CVKM care in primary care - a full day dedicated to cardiovascular, kidney and metabolic health for primary care teams across Scotland. 🔗 buff.ly/ZHXmwiO

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Interested in the latest advances in arrhythmia care? ⚡ Join #HRC2026, 11-13 Oct at ICC Birmingham. Earn 18 CPD points and hear from world-leading experts. Register: buff.ly/MH9C0xb

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

🎙️ Behind the Mic 🎙️ We're excited to welcome two speakers tackling medicines adherence! 🗣️ Prof John Weinman – "4 Pillars and Beyond" 🗣️ Vicky Ruszala – "Optimising Medicines Adherence" 📅 Fri 25 Sept | 11:30 | Session 6 Register free 👇 buff.ly/vLKI2fG

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

⏰ Just over a week to go! Join PCCS & @BSEcho on 10 Sept for a FREE webinar on new primary care triage guidance for echocardiography, helping clinicians optimise referrals and support timely patient care. 📅 10 Sept | 18:30-20:00 | Online 🔗https://buff.ly/Na2Rsuc

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

🫁❤️ New eLearning module with Beverley Bostock! Follow a real-world COPD patient case and discover the importance of identifying CVD risk factors, addressing comorbidities, and supporting patients to achieve meaningful lifestyle improvements. Access the module today - pccsuk.org/academy/50/c...

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

❤️ Heart Failure Spotlight ❤️ Two complementary takes on a key clinical priority: 👤 Dr Jim Moore – "Detection, Diagnosis and Coding!" 👤 Faye Windsor – "4 Pillars and Beyond" 📅 Fri 25 Sept | 08:50 | Session 5 Register free 👇 pccsuk.org/events/1016/...

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

NEW: PCCS Guideline Conversations What does NICE's recommendation of semaglutide for secondary prevention of CVD mean for clinical practice? Our first article, from our NICE representative Alison Warren explores the evidence & implementation challenges. 🔗https://bit.ly/4wKyKYJ

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Join Prof Raj Thakkar at #CVRMProfessionalCare 2026 for "Closing the lipid gap: evidence-based management before specialist referral". 📅 21 Oct ⏰ 09:15-10:00 📍 Clinical 1 Theatre More info: www.cvrmprofessionalcare.uk?utm_source=P...

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

An important moment for PCCS at this year's Annual Conference: the final conference led by Prof Raj Thakkar and the formal handover of the Presidency to Beverley Bostock. Join us in one month: pccsuk.org/events/1016/... #PCCS2026 #PrimaryCare

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Join @bevbostock at #CVRMProfessionalCare 2026 for "The unexpected impact of infections on long-term conditions". 📅 20 Oct ⏰ 09:30-10:15 📍 Integrated Care & Pathways Theatre Find out more: www.cvrmprofessionalcare.uk?utm_source=P...

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Two experts, one Cardio-Renal-Metabolic lens: 👤 Prof Raj Thakkar – "Advances in CKD Care" 👤 Dr Xenophon Kassianides – ""Peripheral Arterial Disease: From Detection to Management"" 📅 Thurs 24 Sept | 15:50 | Session 4 Register free 👇 pccsuk.org/events/1016/...

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

📣 Free webinar: PCCS x NHS England present the Primary Care Triage Programme, Mon 7 Sept, 19:00–20:00. Hear from Prof Raj Thakkar & Prof Simon Ray, plus live Q&A. 👉 Register: buff.ly/jQYOU1R

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Demand for echocardiography is rising. Join this FREE @BSEcho & PCCS webinar on 10 Sept to learn how new primary care triage guidance can support appropriate referrals and patient-centred care. 📅 10 Sept | 18:30-20:00 | Online 🔗https://buff.ly/bhQWufx

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

🌟 On the Conference Stage 🌟 Delighted to announce Dr Paul Riley joins our faculty this September! 🗣️ "Integrated Approach to Cardiovascular Care" 📅 Thurs 24 Sept | 14:00 | Session 3 How integrated care models can boost patient experience & CV outcomes. Register free 👇 pccsuk.org/events/1016/...

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Last chance to ask the President. Questions close this Sunday. What would you like Professor Raj Thakkar to answer?

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Leadership isn't just for people with job titles. What leadership question would you ask PCCS President Professor Raj Thakkar before he hands over the role in September?

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

🎙️ PCCS Unscripted | CVD Modern Service Framework Cutting deaths from heart disease & stroke through earlier prevention & treatment. Dr Xen Kassianides & co-chair Dr Jessica Randall-Carrick on what it means for primary care. 🎧 buff.ly/VIH6iJt | buff.ly/cSimRzK

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

📣 Free webinar: PCCS x NHS England present the Primary Care Triage Programme, Mon 7 Sept, 19:00–20:00. Hear from Prof Raj Thakkar & Prof Simon Ray, plus live Q&A. 👉 Register: buff.ly/jQYOU1R

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Session 2 at the PCCS 9th Annual Conference focuses on Hypertension: ✔️ Dr Miriam Pikkemaat – Sustainable Hypertension Management ✔️ Emily Turner – Hypertension – Practical Tips to Optimise outcomes 24th–25th September 2026 | Virtual | Register at pccsuk.org/events/1016/...

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Double award winner Dr Paul Riley joins PCCS Unscripted to explain how Wide Way Medical Centre turned fragmented CV reviews into proactive, integrated care, winning the CVD change management poster and PCCS Team of the Year. 🎧 Listen on Spotify/Apple: buff.ly/EQ23Ber

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

What do you wish somebody had told you earlier in your career? We're collecting questions for a special "Ask the President" edition of Cardiovascular Clarity. Tell us what you'd like to ask Professor Raj Thakkar.

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

No travel. No cost. No disruption to your clinic. ✅ The PCCS 9th Annual Conference is fully virtual — so you can access two days of expert cardiovascular learning from wherever suits you, around your busy schedule. 📅 24–25 Sept 2026 | Free to attend Register your interest today 👇 buff.ly/X3tCQG1

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Primary Care Cardiovascular Society @pccs.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Don't miss the opportunity to access 2 days of expert cardiovascular learning at the PCCS 9th Annual Conference! 📅 24–25 Sept 💻 Fully virtual 🎟️ Free to attend Learn from leading experts & join the conversation from wherever suits you best. Register now: pccsuk.org/events/1016/...

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