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We are the professional home for GPs, led by GPs, maintaining the highest standards in patient care.
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‘Work Well scheme will only succeed if it is done in consultation with GPs’. Chair @KamilaRCGP responds to the roll out of the Work Well pilot scheme. Full statement on our website:
This morning Chair @KamilaRCGP appeared on @BBCr4today to discuss the Government’s Work Well scheme to get people back into work. Listen here: (1:34 minutes in)
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This morning Chair @KamilaRCGP appeared on @BBCr4today to discuss the Government’s Work Well scheme to get people back into work. Listen here: (1:34 minutes in)
“We do have a sick nation, there’s no doubt”. The NHS issued 11 million sick notes last year - double the number a decade ago. Professor Kamila Hawthorne, Chair of the Royal College of GPs, tells #R4Today that the amount of chronic illness they see has gone up dramatically.
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Wondering what’s on the agenda at this year’s Annual Conference and Exhibition?. Join one of the speakers, Professor Johnny Lyon-Maris, Medical Director for GP Training and Registration, for his session on ‘GP trainers and supervisors - tales of outstanding achievement’ and the
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‘Rising satisfaction rates a testament to hard work of GPs’. College Chair Kamila Hawthorne responds to the 2025 NHS GP Patient Survey which found an increase in the proportion of patients reporting a good experience of their GP practice. Read our statement in full⤵️
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🎟️ In 1983, visitors to the UB40 Fair in Liverpool were invited to draw a ticket from the Birth Box, a community project led by Sylvia Hikins. The result?.A simulated ‘new life’ based on local health statistics: your postcode, income, and chances of staying healthy. It was a
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📢 This month’s CPD highlights include latest Hot Topic releases and new resources covering mental health, liver disease, Tardive Dyskinesia and more ⬇️. Antidepressants and risk of postural hypotension (PH). Did you know that there is an increased risk of PH with all
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RT @MarieCurieEOLC: 🌼 This years @rcgp and Marie Curie Daffodil Standards Awards 2025 are open!. Are you working in general practice & pass….
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🛡️ Safeguarding across the life course – all in one place. We've combined our Child and Adult Safeguarding toolkits into one streamlined resource aligned with the new RCGP Safeguarding Standards. Whether you're a new GP or a seasoned practitioner, the RCGP Safeguarding Toolkit
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Click here for more information. ⤵️ To apply click here. ➡️
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🎉 Calling all GP Specialty Trainees!. Apply now for a chance to receive a bursary to attend the RCGP Annual Conference. The RCGP GP Specialty Trainee Award celebrates original and innovative projects that make a real difference to patient care. Don’t miss this opportunity to
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Dr Dunni Adeniyi, RCGP North West England Climate and Sustainability Lead, shares her experience treating patients impacted by rising air pollution - a factor behind the 45% increase in asthma attacks in parts of England. 📰 The Guardian recently covered this concerning trend:
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For 76 years, the NHS has been at the heart of our communities providing care, compassion, and hope to millions. Today, we celebrate the incredible dedication of all NHS staff, from GPs and nurses to support teams and volunteers. Thank you for everything you do to keep us
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❗There are just a few days left for eligible members to apply for the following roles on RCGP Council:. ➡️ RCGP President (to become Provost once approved by the Privy Council). ➡️ Six Nationally Elected Council member positions. ➡️ GP Registrar Chair and Vice Chair. Nominations
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Nominations closing soon!. Nominations for two RCGP Scottish Council nationally elected members are open to Tuesday 8 July. Visit our election hub for all the information you need on how to self nominate ⤵️.🔗
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Dr Chris Sargeant on street homelessness and hospital, and on breaking the cycle. Read now in the latest edition of GP Frontline ⬇️
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