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New international standard for monitoring the immunosuppressed defined in global study led by Oxford researchers
15 May 2025
A major international study led by the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences has developed a new, globally agreed approach to identifying and monitoring immunosuppressed adults at risk of severe COVID-19 illness.
University of Oxford announces new Professorship and Centre for Global Primary Care, with support from Dr Sadok Besrour
14 May 2025
Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, University of Oxford will expand its work in global primary care with a new centre and professorship, thanks to a generous £8.4 million gift from the Fondation Docteur Sadok Besrour.
Celebrating excellence in early career research: Jienchi Doward and Kelly Birtwell recognised for their contributions to primary care
9 May 2025
Two researchers connected to the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences have received national recognition for their outstanding contributions to primary care research.
Beyond the Ivory Tower event: Participants explore what it means to decolonise global health
8 May 2025
Green Templeton College recently hosted a powerful event, building on the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences 12-part 'Decolonising Global Health' blog series. The event brought together voices from the Global South to share their experiences, challenge entrenched power dynamics and explore practical strategies for creating more equitable health systems.
Celebrations, reflections and catalysing the future of health: Professor Sir Aziz Sheikh’s inaugural lecture
7 May 2025
Professor Sir Aziz Sheikh OBE gave his inaugural lecture at the University of Oxford, sharing his vision for transforming global health care through data, innovation and equity.
Are GP incentives for smoking cessation hitting the mark? New study questions impact on effective care for heart patients
2 May 2025
Are UK GP incentives helping heart patients quit smoking? New research questions QOF impact, finding effective cessation treatments lag behind recorded advice, especially for those with mental illness.
New senior academic appointments in Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences
2 May 2025
Professor Chris Griffiths joins in a senior academic role associated with Jesus College and Associate Professor Gail Hayward is appointed to a senior academic role and Governing Body fellowship of Exeter College.
Child heart disease may be more likely if mother has anaemia during pregnancy
23 April 2025
New research shows the chance of a child having congenital heart disease increases if the mother is anaemic during pregnancy.
Addressing healthcare workforce challenges with new research partnership
9 April 2025
Researchers from the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences are part of a major new research initiative aimed at tackling critical workforce challenges in healthcare, particularly in underserved communities.
Global Healthcare Leadership Alumni Retreat brings together healthcare leaders from around the world
9 April 2025
The NDPCHS Global Healthcare Leadership Alumni Retreat united alumni, students and faculty from across NDPCHS programmes for a dynamic weekend of learning, collaboration and leadership – highlighting the power of community in shaping the future of healthcare.
Design for the Oxford Institute of Digital Health wins gold at international architecture award
9 April 2025
Architects’ plans for the proposed future home of the Oxford Institute of Digital Health (OIDH) – part of the Department of Primary Care Health Sciences – have won a World Architecture News (WAN) Gold Award in the Adaptive Reuse category.
Making medical research work where it matters most: Global team calls for revolution in GP and community health and care trials
27 March 2025
An international team, led the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences, is calling for a fundamental shift in how we conduct health research to better serve our real-world health and care needs.
Professor Michael Kidd appointed as Australia's next Chief Medical Officer
21 March 2025
Professor Michael Kidd AO, MBBS, MD, FAHMS, FRACGP has been appointed as Australia’s new Chief Medical Officer from 1 June 2025.
Professor Susan Jebb celebrated in Women in Westminster: The 100
12 March 2025
Professor Susan Jebb OBE has been recognised in the 2025 Women in Westminster: The 100 list in her role as Chair of the Food Standards Agency.
Role of Physician and Anaesthetic Associates in UK healthcare challenged in largest ever review
7 March 2025
A new study has found little evidence supporting the safety and efficacy of physician associates (PAs) and anaesthetists associates (AAs) in the UK, raising critical questions about the rapid expansion of these roles in the NHS.
Tackling healthy, sustainable diets and Net Zero goals with new UKRI-funded THRIVING project
3 March 2025
New research hub THRIVING Food Futures set to accelerate the UK’s journey to net zero by designing and evaluating new food policies to support healthy, sustainable diets across the UK.
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