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@NIHRresearch Bristol Biomedical Research Centre is led by @uhbwNHS in partnership with @BristolUni. Sign up for our newsletter: https://t.co/pgjQG69nTa
Bristol, UK
Joined September 2014
📢 New study published! 💊 New #WeightLoss pill aims to bridge gap in obesity treatments 🆕The new pill contains a gel that expands in your stomach, making you feel full without taking strong medicines https://t.co/ucJIodDetQ
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💡 New project! 🫂 Exploring the barriers to accessing support for people who self-harm 🔎 We want to find out what the barriers are, and what can be done to help 👇 https://t.co/2TOvIQFei4
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📰 Research shows common steroid creams can shrink melanoma tumours. Scientists at the @CR_UK Manchester Institute made the discovery, including Santiago Zelenay, Programme Lead in the Cancer Precision Medicine Theme at Manchester BRC. Read more 👇 https://t.co/U6pLMFW7rf
independent.co.uk
Research shows common steroid creams can shrink melanoma tumours
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🌟Congratulations @NIHRBioResource Manchester Centre, supported by Manchester BRC, on winning Health Equity Campaign of the Year at the Black History Month Gala! The national programme ‘Improving Black Health Outcomes’ addresses inequalities for Black communities in research.
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BREAKING NEWS 📰 Major study finds that singing classes help mums recover from postnatal depression. Supported by @NIHRMaudsleyBRC, with implementation science research by @ARC_S_L as part of the SHAPER project. Read more via @BBCNews ⬇️ https://t.co/DyjFZCP8G0
bbc.co.uk
New research suggests singing can be clinically effective at treating the symptoms and cost effective for the NHS.
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📢 New research published! Improving cancer care for people with disabilities and long-term conditions👨🦽 https://t.co/Y3L4TJiGhy
#CancerCare #DisabilityMatters #inclusion
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📰New research shows how trust in digital health research among Muslim communities can be strengthened by working with Imams and mosques. Read the paper & project details here: https://t.co/VohFJw7Mmb
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📢 Calling all #AlliedHealthProfessionals Are you looking to lead/co-lead a programme of applied health research that can drive a transformative step-change in the way the health and care services can meet the needs of the UK public? Apply now to our Programme Grants for
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🎉 This Black History Month, we're proud to spotlight the leadership and values that drive excellence at @NorthBristolNHS 💪🏾 Discover how our Black leaders are shaping the future of healthcare. 🔗 Learn more: https://t.co/yvubTcifkz
#BlackHistoryMonth #HealthcareLeadership
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Opening soon: NIHR Postdoctoral Award🌟 Are you an early-career researcher looking to build your independence and leadership in health and social care research? The Postdoctoral Award covers salary, project costs & training. 📅 Applications open from 21 Oct - 16 Dec 2025 Learn
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Huge congratulations to the NIHR Sheffield BioResource team for winning the Community Impact Award. Ruth Yedu & Amarachukwu Chike-Onyeche have shown what meaningful engagement looks like through work with the Improving Black Health Outcomes Programme. https://t.co/fFgPoYYdF8
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A timeline of key milestones that led to Brazil's SUS health system that provides free healthcare for all 200 million citizens. #Health4All #ISQUA2025
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🚨Scientists have identified a rare brain cell that may drive inflammation in progressive multiple sclerosis (MS) 🔎This important discovery could pave the way for more effective therapies 🔗 More info: https://t.co/G11M6zNt1w
@CUH_NHS @CamNeuro @Cambridge_Uni @NIHRresearch
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A BRC supported study shows it is possible to cut the time for diagnostic MRI scans for dementia to one third of their standard length. Shorter scans would be easier & more comfortable for patients & also mean more people could be scanned at lower cost: https://t.co/Hs23tPBZOy
uclhospitals.brc.nihr.ac.uk
A UCL study shows it is possible to cut the time for diagnostic MRI scans for dementia to one third of their standard length.Shorter scans would be easier and more comfortable for patients and also...
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Join us this Friday at Easton Community Centre to talk all things #menopause! We've just published the agenda on Eventbrite, including talks on understanding menopause, HRT, what it's like to go through the menopause and much more. Everyone welcome! https://t.co/CNts7NCLZw
eventbrite.co.uk
Join us for this free community event to raise awareness and improve education around the menopause
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Ever seen health tests offered at your local pharmacy or supermarket and wondered if they’re worth it? Join our next online research talk today to explore the pros and cons of at-home health testing with our experts. 🗓️ Today, 6-7pm Register now: https://t.co/K1kYxDUDeA
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A brilliant example of why our #HealthIntegrationTeams are so effective! Bringing organisations together to help people like Howard, who are affected by stroke, go back to work. @strokehit @SironaCIC @bristolstroke @TheStrokeAssoc @DWPgovuk
https://t.co/C3NFHywdcV
bristolhealthpartners.org.uk
A ground-breaking group in Bristol is helping stroke survivors prepare for returning to work. Sirona‘s Integrated Community Stroke Service piloted eight weekly group sessions as part of its rehabil...
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📰New research paper! 🙌 👩⚕️ Helping make sure the way we measure outcomes from surgical research is consistent 👇 #SurgicalInnovation #PatientSafety
https://t.co/Xd1qz6OScw
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🗨️ Join our #ResearchConversation: Exploring associations between access systems and continuity of care in UK general practice ❓ What: An informal session for researchers and public contributors to interact 🗓️ When: 21 October 5-6pm, online https://t.co/jSztTuzEfc
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💡 Highlighting the important work our researchers @Zhaime and @LucyABiddle have been doing! 👇 #OnlineSafety #MentalHealth
This #WorldMentalHealthDay, we’re highlighting 7 ways our NIHR Biomedical Research Centres are improving the nation’s mental health 💚 From childhood trauma to depression, dementia, and digital wellbeing - research is making a real difference. ➡️ Read the thread to learn more
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