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What does "housebound" mean? Mixed methods study to develop a consensus definition Background Housebound patients are an under-researched group who face challenges accessing primary healthcare and have complex needs. There is no consensus definition of housebound, hindering research...

Published in the BJGP Open journal by Dr Polly Duncan and Prof. Rupert Payne: What does "housebound" mean? Mixed methods study to develop a consensus definition tinyurl.com/ys8p6d6c @apexcomms.bsky.social, @nihrspcr.bsky.social, @bjgpopen.bsky.social @capcbristol.bsky.social

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📰 The November 2025 SPCR Newsletter is here! Catch up on funded research, mental health programme updates, PPIE opportunities, and highlights from across our primary care community. Read it here ⬇️ https://www.spcr.nihr.ac.uk/news/november-2025-nihr-spcr-newsletter #SPCR #PrimaryCare #Research

📰 The November 2025 SPCR Newsletter is here!
Catch up on funded research, mental health programme updates, PPIE opportunities, and highlights from across our primary care community.
Read it here ⬇️
www.spcr.nihr.ac.uk/news/novembe...

#SPCR #PrimaryCare #Research

Healthcare Provider Perspectives of Various Signs and Symptoms for Diagnosing Degenerative Cervical Myelopathy: Results of an International, Multidisciplinary Survey Introduction/Aims Diagnosis of degenerative cervical myelopathy (DCM) is frequently delayed. A lack of awareness and standardized screening criteria have been identified as major contributors. The o...

Published in the Muscle & Nerve Journal by Associate Professor Lianne Wood et al: Healthcare Provider Perspectives of Various Signs and Symptoms for Diagnosing Degenerative Cervical Myelopathy tinyurl.com/2ywsskdm @apexcomms.bsky.social, @uniofexeternews.bsky.social,@nihrspcr.bsky.social

To mark International Day of People with Disabilities, the NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) is showcasing research that shines a spotlight on disabilities management and support in primary care: https://www.spcr.nihr.ac.uk/news/spcr-in-focus-international-day-of-people-with-disabilities #SPCR #PrimaryCare #Research

To mark International Day of People with Disabilities, the NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) is showcasing research that shines a spotlight on disabilities management and support in primary care: www.spcr.nihr.ac.uk/news/spcr-in...

#SPCR #PrimaryCare #Research

The NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) is delighted to announce the winners of its 2025 Travel Bursary Competition: https://www.spcr.nihr.ac.uk/news/spcr-celebrates-awardees-following-2025-travel-bursary-competition #SPCR #PrimaryCare #Research

The NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) is delighted to announce the winners of its 2025 Travel Bursary Competition: www.spcr.nihr.ac.uk/news/spcr-ce...

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With SPCR PPIE funding, researchers and public contributors at Keele University came together to co-produce insights into improving help-seeking for mental health problems in older adults.: https://www.spcr.nihr.ac.uk/news/blog/lessons-from-the-shadow-study #SPCR #PrimaryCare#Research #PPIE

With SPCR PPIE funding, researchers and public contributors at Keele University came together to co-produce insights into improving help-seeking for mental health problems in older adults.: www.spcr.nihr.ac.uk/news/blog/le...

#SPCR #PrimaryCare#Research #PPIE

Mitigating health inequalities in rural European communities through collaborative primary care research: A position paper of the WONCA Europe network EURIPA Rural populations in Europe face health inequalities due to a multitude of factors, including the higher prevalence of multi-morbidity, inadequate access to primary and secondary health care servic...

Published in the European Journal of General Practice by Associate Professor Chris Clark et al:
Mitigating health inequalities in rural European communities through collaborative primary care research tinyurl.com/5h4py9eh @hls.exeter.ac.uk, @uniofexeternews.bsky.social,@nihrspcr.bsky.social”

Round 3 Call: The SPCR Public Involvement, Engagement & Dissemination Enablement Fund is open to the next round of applications. 💷 Up to £2K for projects | £5K for dept-wide activities 📅 Deadline: Thurs 29 Jan 2026 by 5pm 🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/ppie-enablement-fund-2026 #funding #PPIE #PrimaryCare #Research

Round 3 Call: The SPCR Public Involvement, Engagement & Dissemination Enablement Fund is open to the next round of applications.

💷 Up to £2K for projects | £5K for dept-wide activities
📅 Deadline: Thurs 29 Jan 2026 by 5pm
🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/ppie-enablem...

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Read our latest blog: Mind the gap! How the AccEPT clinic is helping to close treatment gaps in mental health care in Devon and beyond by Barney Dunn, Professor of Clinical Psychology, co-lead of Mental Health Theme for APEx
tinyurl.com/57v9pbku @apexcomms.bsky.social, @nihrspcr.bsky.social

Round 3 Call: The SPCR Public Involvement, Engagement & Dissemination Enablement Fund is open to the next round of applications. 💷 Up to £2K for projects | £5K for dept-wide activities 📅 Deadline: Thurs 29 Jan 2026 by 5pm 🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/ppie-enablement-fund-2026 #funding #PPIE #PrimaryCare #Research

Round 3 Call: The SPCR Public Involvement, Engagement & Dissemination Enablement Fund is open to the next round of applications.

💷 Up to £2K for projects | £5K for dept-wide activities
📅 Deadline: Thurs 29 Jan 2026 by 5pm
🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/ppie-enablem...

#funding #PPIE #PrimaryCare #Research

Funded by the NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR), the MODE Study, led by Sarah Price at the University of Exeter, explores how interim diagnoses develop and when they may delay cancer diagnosis: https://www.spcr.nihr.ac.uk/news/blog/the-mode-study-analysis-day #SPCR #PrimaryCare #Research @apexcomms.bsky.social

Funded by the NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR), the MODE Study, led by Sarah Price at the University of Exeter, explores how interim diagnoses develop and when they may delay cancer diagnosis: www.spcr.nihr.ac.uk/news/blog/th...

#SPCR #PrimaryCare #Research
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Navigating blinding challenges in complex intervention trials: insights from a UK researcher survey One major methodological challenge faced by researchers when conducting randomised controlled trials (RCTs) of complex interventions is blinding. Given the nature of complex interventions, trial participants and intervention providers often cannot ...

Published in Trials by Associate Professor Fiona Warren et al: Navigating blinding challenges in complex intervention trials: insights from a UK researcher survey tinyurl.com/472u25ny @apexcomms.bsky.social, @hls.exeter.ac.uk, @uniofexeternews.bsky.social,@nihrspcr.bsky.social, exeterctu.bsky.social

The October 2025 NIHR SPCR newsletter is out now. Sign-up to receive our monthly newsletters to stay updated about our latest news, publications and funding: https://www.spcr.nihr.ac.uk/files/news/10_spcrnewsletteroct2025.pdf #SPCR #PrimaryCare #Research

The October 2025 NIHR SPCR newsletter is out now. Sign-up to receive our monthly newsletters to stay updated about our latest news, publications and funding: www.spcr.nihr.ac.uk/files/news/1...

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Join the SPCR Masterclass: Communicating effectively with policy makers 🗓️ Thursday, 20 November 2025 🕚 10am to 11.30am 💡 Sharing practical strategies to help you communicate your research clearly and effectively. 🔗 https://bit.ly/4h6uA7r @nihrsphr.bsky.social @nihrsscr.bsky.social @sapc.ac.uk

Join the SPCR Masterclass: Communicating effectively with policy makers
🗓️ Thursday, 20 November 2025
🕚 10am to 11.30am
💡 Sharing practical strategies to help you communicate your research clearly and effectively.

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Please share amongst fellow healthcare professionals working in any stage of a cancer pathway-many thanks!
@cancerresearchuk.org @alzheimersresearchuk.org @alzassociation.bsky.social @ageuk.bsky.social @penarc.bsky.social @su2c.bsky.social
@mariecurieuk.bsky.social @dementiauk.bsky.social

Are you a NHS healthcare professional supporting patients through a cancer pathway? We'd like to hear about your experiences. Sign up to join our workshop! Please contact Jessica.Barton@somersetft.nhs.uk

Are you a NHS healthcare professional supporting patients through a cancer pathway? We'd like to hear about your experiences. Sign up to join our workshop!
@cancerresearchuk.org @alzheimersresearchuk.org @alzassociation.bsky.social @ageuk.bsky.social @mariecurieuk.bsky.social @dementiauk.bsky.social

As we observe ADHD Awareness Month, the SPCR reaffirms its commitment to research that promotes understanding, reduces stigma, and supports individuals with ADHD to thrive within inclusive communities: https://www.spcr.nihr.ac.uk/news/spcr-in-focus-adhd-awareness-month-2025 #ADHDAwarenessMonth #PrimaryCare #Research

As we observe ADHD Awareness Month, the SPCR reaffirms its commitment to research that promotes understanding, reduces stigma, and supports individuals with ADHD to thrive within inclusive communities: www.spcr.nihr.ac.uk/news/spcr-in...

#ADHDAwarenessMonth #PrimaryCare #Research

A new study funded by the SPCR by the University of Oxford has found key factors that help sustain general practitioners (GPs) in their roles, ultimately supporting more effective and equitable patient care: https://www.spcr.nihr.ac.uk/news/new-spcr-study-highlights-how-to-support-gps-for-better-patient-care #PrimaryCare #Research

A new study funded by the SPCR by the University of Oxford has found key factors that help sustain general practitioners (GPs) in their roles, ultimately supporting more effective and equitable patient care: www.spcr.nihr.ac.uk/news/new-spc...

#PrimaryCare #Research

Long-Term Conditions research theme leads look at some of the important unknowns: Things we don’t know, by Associate Professor Chris Clark & Professor Rupert Payne tinyurl.com/37vrrsn3 @apexcomms.bsky.social, @hls.exeter.ac.uk, @uniofexeternews.bsky.social,@nihrspcr.bsky.social

SPCR trainee Anna Pathmanathan reflects on engaging or involving the public in research: https://www.spcr.nihr.ac.uk/news/blog/the-importance-of-patient-and-public-involvement-and-engagement-in-research Reblogged from @capcbristol.bsky.social #PPIE #PrimaryCare #Research

SPCR trainee Anna Pathmanathan reflects on engaging or involving the public in research: www.spcr.nihr.ac.uk/news/blog/th...

Reblogged from @capcbristol.bsky.social

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Join the SPCR Masterclass: Communicating effectively with policy makers 🗓️ Thursday, 20 November 2025 🕚 10am to 11.30am 💡 Sharing practical strategies to help you communicate your research clearly and effectively. 🔗 bit.ly/4h6uA7r @nihrsphr.bsky.social @nihrsscr.bsky.social @sapc.ac.uk

Join the SPCR Masterclass: Communicating effectively with policy makers
🗓️ Thursday, 20 November 2025
🕚 10am to 11.30am
💡 Sharing practical strategies to help you communicate your research clearly and effectively.

🔗 bit.ly/4h6uA7r

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@nihrsscr.bsky.social
@sapc.ac.uk

Congratulations to colleagues connected with the NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) who were recognised at the Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) Research Paper of the Year 2024 awards: https://www.spcr.nihr.ac.uk/news/spcr-researchers-celebrate-success-at-the-rcgp-research-paper-of-the-year-awards @rcgp.bsky.social #PrimaryCare #Research

Congratulations to colleagues connected with the NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR) who were recognised at the Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) Research Paper of the Year 2024 awards: www.spcr.nihr.ac.uk/news/spcr-re...

@rcgp.bsky.social #PrimaryCare #Research

Check out our latest blog: Making healthcare sustainable: clinicians are not imposters! by Dr Vincent Simpson and Dr Deepthi Lavu tinyurl.com/5bucmbww @apexcomms.bsky.social, @hls.exeter.ac.uk, @uniofexeternews.bsky.social,@nihrspcr.bsky.social

Practitioners’ views on the measurement and management of postural hypotension in general practice: a qualitative inquiry Background Postural hypotension is associated with cognitive decline, falls, and all-cause mortality, representing a substantial burden on the NHS. Postural hypotension is often asymptomatic, making d...

Published in the The British Journal of General Practice by Dr Rosina Cross et al: Practitioners’ views on the measurement and management of postural hypotension in general practice: a qualitative inquiry tinyurl.com/4xajvvbm @hls.exeter.ac.uk, @nihrspcr.bsky.social, @bjgp.bsky.social

Published in the Nature Communications Journal by Professor Rupert Payne and colleagues in Oxford: Predicting hypotension, syncope, and fracture risk in patients indicated for antihypertensive treatment: the STRATIFY models tinyurl.com/w6t7duch @hls.exeter.ac.uk, @nihrspcr.bsky.social

Optimising polypharmacy management in primary care through general practitioner−pharmacist collaboration, informatics, and enhancing clinician engagement: the IMPPP cluster-randomised trial A complex medication optimisation intervention did not reduce potentially inappropriate prescribing in patients with polypharmacy. The findings are at odds with the current policy drive for digital he...

We are the first audience to hear about IMPP since the publication of one of their key papers last week! #SWPRN25 #polypharmacy #pharmacyresearch

The team includes researchers from @apexcomms.bsky.social and @capcbristol.bsky.social as well as Keele, Munich, Edinburgh and Alberta

Optimising polypharmacy management in primary care through general practitioner−pharmacist collaboration, informatics, and enhancing clinician engagement: the IMPPP cluster-randomised trial A complex medication optimisation intervention did not reduce potentially inappropriate prescribing in patients with polypharmacy. The findings are at odds with the current policy drive for digital he...

The research was led by Prof Rupert Payne @apexcomms.bsky.social with Dr Deborah McCahon & colleagues @capcbristol.bsky.social.

Read the full paper in The Lancet Healthy Longevity:
tinyurl.com/43ccxtm5

Professor Rupert Payne reflects on his experiences from the IMPPP polypharmacy study: tinyurl.com/yy2vef56 @apexcomms.bsky.social, @hls.exeter.ac.uk, @uniofexeternews.bsky.social,@nihrspcr.bsky.social

Check out our latest blog: Riding the coming wave of prostate cancer cases in NHS primary care: The need for more accurate diagnostics by Dr Sam Merriel tinyurl.com/2ytpjpp4 @apexcomms.bsky.social, @hls.exeter.ac.uk, @uniofexeternews.bsky.social,@nihrspcr.bsky.social