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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Some of the most vulnerable children and young people are failing to get access to mental health support despite much higher levels of need, according to new research from the University of Cambridge. Read more below: www.cam.ac.uk/research/new...

Through our work, we’ve encountered countless cases of children and young people with mental health difficulties not being offered treatment because their living situation is judged too complex or a matter for child social services, Robbie Duschinsky says.

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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

New research in partnership with @thisinstitute.cam.ac.uk highlights what it will take to move risk prediction tools from research into routine primary care. The changes needed: • Collaboration • Shared systems • Clear, practical guidance • Long-term funding www.phpc.cam.ac.uk/news/bringin...

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 04/08/2026

NICE criteria for referrals for breast cancer risk assessment miss up to 95% of women under 50 who develop the disease within 10 years. Cambridge’s BOADICEA tool was able to identify 8 times as many. Read: bit.ly/4pVGHIM @breastcancernow.bsky.social @cancerresearchuk.org @dphpc.bsky.social

A person is having a mammogram in a medical setting. The text above reads, "New Cambridge research: NICE referral criteria miss up to 95% of women under 50 who go on to develop breast cancer within 10 years."

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MarieCurieEOLC @mariecurieeolc.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Multiple conditions, complex treatments and unpredictable disease means it is often not possible to know the expected course of a patient's illness. This is prognostic uncertainty. New Marie Curie funded paper on improving communication of prognostic uncertainty 👉 bmjopen.bmj.com/content/16/7...

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Improving communication of prognostic uncertainty in advanced illness: a realist review

Objectives Prognostic uncertainty is common in advanced illness, driven by multimorbidity, treatment complexities and unpredictable disease trajectories. When inadequately acknowledged or discussed, i...

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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Thanks to everyone who joined last week’s In Conversation Event on why health inequalities persist - an insightful and engaging evening in Cambridge. Our Annual Lecture is coming later this year—follow us to stay updated! #PublicHealth #HealthInequalities #Research

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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

We are inviting UK doctors who work in acute care settings (including emergency department, hospital inpatient settings) to complete a short anonymous online survey about communicating uncertain recovery. Please consider taking part in the survey: cambridge.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...

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Simon Etkind @simonnoahetkind.bsky.social · 13/04/2026

New paper considers what we should aim for when addressing uncertainty from serious illness. Important elements are finding security together by reframing uncertainty and moving forward through parallel planning. Great work Rachel & team! link.springer.com/article/10.1...

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What Should We Aim for when Addressing Uncertainty from Serious Illness? A Stakeholder Focus Group Study - Journal of General Internal Medicine

Background Uncertainty is ubiquitous in serious illness. It defines experiences of diagnosis, current illness, and future prognosis and is experienced across physical, psychological, and temporal doma...

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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 20/03/2026

New study explores how physical and mental health professionals experience delivering mental health care to young people in paediatric hospital settings. Findings show urgent need for integrated care, better training and trauma informed support. Full article: journals.plos.org/mentalhealth...

Physical and mental health professionals perspectives of providing mental health care for young people

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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

New Cambridge clinical research with patients and carers identifies research priorities for the use of community-based technology to prevent the rising cardiovascular cases in the UK, influencing policy in line with the NHS 10 Year Health Plan. Read more: www.repository.cam.ac.uk/items/406cb0...

Dr Rakesh Modi has co-authored a paper in a collaboration with Edinburgh Napier University and patient, public, professional and carer representatives on the research priorities for cardiovascular technology. Through a James Lind Alliance approach, they co-produced questionnaires, surveyed public, private and patient groups, and undertook workshops to prioritise key research questions that need to be answered. This publication in the European Journal of Cardiovascular Nursing aims to guide policy makers and research funders as they look to commission community-based technology to prevent the rising cardiovascular burden in the UK. This is one of the ways in which the SAFER trial at the Primary Care Unit (the largest ever trial of screening for atrial fibrillation) is now impacting policy in line with the NHS 10 Year Health Plan.

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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

New research shows that memory and cognitive problems often feared by people with systemic rheumatic diseases do not worsen over time. In fact, memory and adaptation scores improved over two years, while depression and anxiety remained stable. www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

Have you heard about the Inequalities Research Network (IRN)? The IRN is a collaborative group of researchers, health professionals and research delivery experts, dedicated to tackling inequalities, promoting diversity in research and fostering inclusive PPI. www.phpc.cam.ac.uk/inequalities...

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 12/03/2026

University days can be some of our very best. But life as a student can also bring challenges. So on #UniMentalHealthDay, here's a reminder of the range of support you can reach out to here at Cambridge. Find support at www.studentsupport.cam.ac.uk

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 04/03/2026

Cambridge, but make it spring 🌱🌸 #CambridgeUniversity #Cambridge #Spring

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 10/03/2026

Cannabis, cocaine and amphetamines significantly increase the risk of stroke – including among younger users – say Cambridge researchers. Cocaine and amphetamine use doubled the risk of stroke, while cannabis use increased the risk by around 37%. Read more about this study 👇 bit.ly/4rk491e

A close-up of a person holding a roll-up, with smoke rising. The background is blurred and dark. Text on the image reads: "New Cambridge research: Study highlights stroke risk linked to recreational drugs, including among young users".

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NIHR Applied Research Collaborations (ARCs) @nihrarcs.bsky.social · 03/03/2026

Explore the latest roundup of top stories from all our NIHR Applied Research Collaborations (ARCs) across the country: 👉 mailchi.mp/nihr/march-2... Featuring the latest news, resources, blogs, events, opportunities & more 📨 Join the newsletter here: tinyurl.com/ARCsnewsletter

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Cambridge Biomedical Campus @cambridgebiocampus.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

Got a new year's resolution to get active?🏃‍♀️‍➡️🏃‍➡️👨‍🦽‍➡️👟 Our 10k, 5k and Fun Run returns on Sunday 19th April, and this year we’ve partnered with three on-site health charities. Whether you are a runner or a walker, you can take part at your own pace. cambridge-biomedical.com/event/campus...

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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

University of Cambridge Primary Care Unit features as the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) ARC East of England Secures £15.3 Million to drive health and care research www.phpc.cam.ac.uk/news/univers...

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 01/03/2026

Spring is settling in at @queens.cam.ac.uk 🌼 📸 Lloyd Mann #CambridgeUniversity #Cambridge #Spring

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A historic university courtyard with well-maintained grass and flowerbeds, surrounded by red-brick buildings with large windows and ornate details. A prominent tree frames the scene, and potted plants line the pathway adjacent to the building.

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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

New research explores Muslim communities' views and needs regarding end-of-life symptom management. ➡️ Initiate conversations early ➡️ Prioritise alignment between religion and care ➡️ Actively involve family Read the paper: bmjopen.bmj.com/content/16/1...

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NIHR ARC East of England @arceastofengland.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

🎉 Last year, the NIHR ARC East of England secured £15.3 million in funding from the @nihr.bsky.social to continue delivering impactful applied research that improves people's lives, experiences and access to care Read more about this funding in our latest article➡️ arc-eoe.nihr.ac.uk/news-blogs/n...

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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

New international study finds people living with autoimmune conditions report lower satisfaction with menopause care, compared to those without autoimmune diagnoses. Care is often reactive and disconnected, highlighting the need for urgent improvements. www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 03/02/2026

Looking for a career change? Make it happen at cam.ac.uk Explore more than 170 vacancies covering academic, research, professorial and professional services roles 👉 bit.ly/42Lm08d

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Cancer Research UK @cancerresearchuk.org · 04/02/2026

In the UK, nearly 1 in 2 people will get cancer in their lifetime. Today is World Cancer Day – a global day to raise awareness of cancer, and take action against it 🌍 Share this post to help us raise awareness. #WorldCancerDay #WCD2026

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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

Thanks to everyone who attended this year’s Society for Academic Primary Care South East conference. We had a blast! #SAPCSE2026

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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 30/01/2026

In closing the Society for Academic Primary Care South East Conference we have ‘one of our own’, Dr Charlotte Paddison (PhD). In her keynote, Dr Paddison, Senior Fellow, Nuffield, discusses ‘Health for all: challenges and opportunities’.

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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

A warm welcome to everyone joining us at the Society for Academic Primary Care South East Conference, where during the next two days, we will explore the theme, 'Advancing equity in primary care: building healthier communities together’. 1/2 🧵

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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

In our second keynote of SAPC SE, Professor Daksha Trivedi, Professor of Applied Health Research, University of Hertfordshire, explores inclusive involvement in health & care research.

Daksha trained as a scientist and obtained her PhD (King's College, London) and MSc, Faculty of Medicine, University of London and an MPhil in Epidemiology at the University of Cambridge. Her expertise includes evidence based practice, clinical trials, evaluation of complex interventions, and community co-production.

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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

Welcome Professor Frances Mair, Norie Miller Professor of General Practice, University of Glasgow, our first keynote speaker at the Society for Academic Primary Care South East conference. Prof Mair discussed the shift ‘Towards Equitable Futures: Prevention and Management of Multimorbidity’.

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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

New paper ⬇️ The breast cancer risk assessment pathway in England: a systems analysis of current challenges and ways to improve Cambridge researchers have identified that access to services is often shaped more by socioeconomic factors than by clinical needs. www.nature.com/articles/s41...

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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 27/01/2026

Co-authored by Dr Sarah Hopkins and Dr Mike Kelly, this paper uses two cases to illustrate the benefits of looking at real world practices, rather than systems or individual behaviours, to improve healthcare delivery. Access here: muse.jhu.edu/pub/1/articl... #HealthSystems

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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

We're gearing-up for next week as we host the Society for Academic Primary Care (SAPC) South East Conference, taking place on the 29–30 January 2026. Our programme is on our website if you want to see what's happening at the stunning Madingley Hall in Cambridge! www.phpc.cam.ac.uk/sapc-se-2026

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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

New paper - How Hospitals Work: New Understandings Using Practice Theory Co-authored by Dr Sarah Hopkins and Dr Mike Kelly, the paper informs that improving hospital care requires moving beyond systems vs individual behaviour. Read more: muse.jhu.edu/pub/1/articl... #HealthSystems #PracticeTheory

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NIHR Applied Research Collaborations (ARCs) @nihrarcs.bsky.social · 06/01/2026

Happy New Year from all the NIHR Applied Research Collaborations (ARCs) across the country! 🎉 Here are our 25 most popular newsletter stories from 2025: mailchi.mp/nihr/nihr-ar... 🌟 What a variety! Scroll to the end to see the top-most clicked-on stories 🖱️

NIHR National Institute for Health and Care Research. Applied Research Collaborations. Top 25 stories of 2025.

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 01/01/2026

Wishing all our students, staff, alumni and friends around the world a happy and hopeful 2026 🎉 📸 Nick Saffell #HappyNewYear

A scenic view of the Trinity Street in Cambridge, with historical buildings, pedestrians, and a bright red post box. A text overlay at the bottom of the image reads: "Happy New Year 2026 from the University of Cambridge".

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Medicine at Cambridge @medcambridge.bsky.social · 18/12/2025

From hundreds of publications to global media mentions and major research achievements, our Department has continued to push boundaries in biomedical science throughout the year of 2025. Swipe through to see some of our highlights👇

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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

Conference registration is open for the Society for Academic Primary Care (SAPC) South East Conference! Join our insightful two-day event, centred on 'Advancing equity in primary care: building healthier communities together'. Register below: www.phpc.cam.ac.uk/sapc-se-2026

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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

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University of Cambridge @cam.ac.uk · 26/11/2025

Could 2026 be the year your career takes you to #Cambridge? Explore our latest roles, plus more than 150 vacancies across our academic and professional services on our jobs page 👇 bit.ly/42Lm08d

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Cambridge Biomedical Campus @cambridgebiocampus.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

Greater Anglia have informed us that the Cambridge South Train Station drop-in session scheduled for tomorrow at Addenbrooke’s has had to be postponed. We will share a new date in the new year once it is confirmed.

CANCELLED: Cambridge South Train Station pop-up event
Addenbrooke’s Hospital
Thurs 27th Nov 2025
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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 25/11/2025

Prof Stephen Morris and Dr Efthalia Massou have co-authored a study examining how to monitor & measure the effectiveness of peer-support schemes for social care in prisons, calling for national standards to understand the value of these initiatives. Read more: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

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Measuring the cost and effectiveness of peer-supported social care in prisons

In many prisons, some imprisoned individuals are trained to meet the non-personal social care needs of fellow inmates yet there is little quantitative…

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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

The PCU's Sydnae Taylor, @dphpc.bsky.social, is the lead author on a paper, published by Ethnicity and Health Journal. Read below: 'If I Were White’: a qualitative analysis of the experiences of minoritized ethnic groups with systemic autoimmune rheumatic diseases in the UK

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NIHR Biomedical Research Centre: Cambridge @cambridgebrc.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

📣 Don't miss out on this FREE, F2F, open event to learn more about paediatric research in big data, child mental health & childhood rare disease! 📣 20 Nov | Hexagon Room, CUH 📣 Talks 4pm & 6pm 📣 Poster exhibition & refreshments 5pm - 6pm 📣 Book: bit.ly/47EIvhV 📣 All Welcome! @cuh.nhs.uk @cam.ac.uk

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CRASSH @crasshlive.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

Join the Healthcare in Conflict Research Network for 'Lessons from Search & Rescue: Training & Deployment' Meet search dog Davey! 🐶 Thursday 20 November 2025 5-7pm, The Library, Cambridge Union Society, CB2 1UB bit.ly/4oFNgOf ⚠️ Please note that this event includes distressing content

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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

Conference registration is now open for the Society for Academic Primary Care (SAPC) South East Conference! Join our insightful two-day event, centred on 'Advancing equity in primary care: building healthier communities together'. Register below: onlinesales.admin.cam.ac.uk/conferences-...

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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 07/11/2025

Saturday (tomorrow) is the deadline for abstracts to the Society for Academic Primary Care conference, South East. Don’t forget to submit yours! We hope you can join us in January 2026!

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Department of Public Health and Primary Care @dphpc.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

📢New study, co-authored by Steve Morris and Lina Massou, examining how to monitor and measure the effectiveness and cost of peer-support schemes for social care in prisons. 🔗Read the full article here: www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti... @pcucambridge.bsky.social @dphpc.bsky.social

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Measuring the cost and effectiveness of peer-supported social care in prisons

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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

Introducing the Keynote Speakers for the The Society for Academic Primary Care [@sapc.ac.uk] South East 2026 Conference: ⭐ Professor Frances Mair [@francesmair.bsky.social] ⭐ Professor Daksha Trivedi ⭐ Dr Charlotte Paddison Read about our speakers: www.phpc.cam.ac.uk/sapc-se-2026...

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Primary Care Unit, University of Cambridge @pcucambridge.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

The ‘big shift’ from hospitals to communities Join us for an insightful annual lecture with Professor Martin Knapp, Prof of Health and Social Care Policy, London School of Economics [@lsehealthpolicy.bsky.social] 6 Nov | 12:30 PM | Online www.cchsr.phpc.cam.ac.uk/index.php/20...

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