Most COVID-19 cases linked to general practices during the pandemic were among staff, new study finds
Challenges in infection control highlight need for tailored guidance and improved infrastructure in future pandemics.
News in 2026
Applications open for NIHR School for Primary Care Research funded Nursing Commercial Research Fellowships
As members of the NIHR School for Primary Care Research (SPCR), we are pleased to offer one of 11 SPCR-funded Nursing Commercial Research Fellowships for 2026.
Online consultation tools should not be a mandatory first step to access primary mental healthcare
Online consultation tools are increasingly used by patients seeking support for common mental health conditions in primary care. New University of Bristol led research published in BMC Primary Care has found that significant concerns remain about their suitability, accessibility and impact on continuity of care.
10 key insights to better support families through care proceedings
Insights to better support families at risk of having children taken into care are part of a newly published report, funded by the NIHR Three Schools Prevention Programme.
Bristol part of new £50m consortium tackling one of UK’s biggest killers
NIHR launches £50m Inequalities Challenge Consortium to tackle inequalities in cardiovascular disease
Applications open for NIHR School for Primary Care Research-funded undergraduate summer internships 2026
We have two exciting summer internship opportunities for UK undergraduates, irrespective of degree discipline, who are interested in primary care research. These are a fantastic opportunity to get hands-on experience conducting primary care research with experts in the field.
Applications open for NIHR School for Primary Care Research PhD Studentship in Primary Care 2026
Applications are invited from individuals with a strong academic record who wish to develop a career in primary care research. Applicants must have a first degree in a discipline relevant to primary care research and will be expected to complete a Phd/DPhil during the award period.
Applications open for NIHR School for Primary Care Research Primary Care Clinical Fellowships
Applications are open for the National Institute for Health and Care Research School for Primary Care Research (NIHR SPCR) Primary Care Clinical Fellowships 2026.
New research highlights gaps and opportunities in physical health checks for people with severe mental illness
People living with severe mental illness (SMI) face a much higher risk of poor physical health and early death than the general population, often from preventable conditions. Physical health checks can play a vital role in catching problems early, but too few people with SMI receive them. A new study published in the British Journal of General Practice has examined what works to improve uptake of these important checks.
Applications open for NIHR School for Primary Care Research post-doctoral fellowships
Applications are open for The National Institute for Health and Care Research School for Primary Care Research (NIHR SPCR) post-doctoral fellowships to start in October 2026. These awards provide funding to cover the costs of a 24-month fellowship at one of the nine SPCR member institutions. Applicants should have a strong academic record and wish to develop a career in primary care research.
Connecting communities and researchers to build lasting relationships for better health
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