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Research for better care in the community
Working across the community, our world-class research aims to change the face of primary health care locally, nationally and globally.
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Training the next generation
We train aspiring GPs, health researchers and clinicians to drive forward evidence-based healthcare.
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A dynamic, multidisciplinary team
Meet the people who make the Department - the UK's leading centre for academic primary care.
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*Judged by the UK's Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014.
News & FEATURES
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Overprescribing antibiotics in preschool children leads to more problems
When children receive two or more prescriptions in a given year for common respiratory tract infections, further antibiotic treatments are likely to be less effective.
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Meat your persona - the impact of meat on health and the environment
The LEAP team have been talking to shoppers in Oxford's Westgate Centre to learn more about their meat and dairy consumption and to share the results of research into the environmental and health impacts.
Divisional awards for teaching excellence across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes
Departmental and GP tutors awarded for lifetime commitment to education and excellence in teaching in primary care health sciences and evidence-based health care programmes.
£9 million invested into new Applied Health Research Collaboration for the region
Health and social care across Oxford and the Thames Valley is set to receive a boost over through £9 million of research funding from the National Institute for Health Research.
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Assisted smoking reduction trial
Do you want to cut down your smoking, but are not ready to quit? This Oxford University Trial is looking for volunteers.
DPhil programme
Our DPhil programme could be your next step. Become part of the Department and contribute to our UK-leading work.
EBHC short courses
Find the perfect Evidence-Based Health Care short course or module for you, taught by leading researchers and educators.
Collaborate with our trials unit
We welcome requests to collaborate on clinical research from research centres and GP practices.