Stephanie Tierney and Kamal Mahtani describe outputs from a study they co-led, funded by the NIHR HSDR programme, on link workers\u2019 role in primary care.
\n \n\n \n \nSarah Salvis, Emergency Medical Services Chief in Canada and MSc in Global Healthcare Leadership (MGHL) student shares a personal reflection on how her time on the course has shaped her practice as a leader.
\n \n\n \n \nPriya Sarma, a 1st Year Graduate-Entry Medicine student, offers a peek behind the curtain of the Nuffield Department of Primary Care Health Sciences' Career Pathways event. She shares her experience, highlighting the diverse career pathways in academic primary care, as well as the research opportunities and practical advice gained during the event.
\n \n\n \n \nAcademic careers can be high-pressure, but kindness\u2014towards ourselves and others\u2014can make a big difference. In this blog, Nicola explores how small, intentional acts of kindness can foster a more supportive and compassionate academic community.
\n \n\n \n \nMSc Translational Health Sciences (THS) student Sachi Chan shares her journey at Oxford so far, why she chose THS and her future aspirations.
\n \n\n \n \nOur recent Research Showcase focused on transforming health care for women. Here, Rebekah Burrow reflects on the the key ideas from the day - inclusion, collaboration and public involvement.
\n \n\n \n \nIn alignment with the theme \"Educate. Advocate. Act now\" for World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week, the Infection, Respiratory, and Acute Care (IRAC) group has been actively engaging in multidisciplinary research and public outreach. Their efforts aim to raise awareness and promote solutions to combat antimicrobial resistance, one of the most pressing global health threats today.
\n \n\n \n \nThree students\u2014Dr Louisa Chenciner, Dr Monika Chowaniec, and Dr Ravi Lukha\u2014share their experiences from the newly introduced Sustainable Health Care module, which can be taken as part of the MSc in Translational Health Sciences or as a standalone short course.
\n \n\n \n \nIn this post for Transgender Awareness Week, Lucy Cureton reflects on her role as a University LGBT+ Ally and explains why visible allyship and speaking up against microaggressions are vital for creating an inclusive workplace.
\n \n\n \n \nDepartment members reflect on a midweek wellbeing boost at Harcourt Arboretum, discovering the calming benefits of nature and the treasures in the University's tree collection.
\n \n\n \n \nThe Remote by Default 2 project sheds light on how technological transformation in healthcare has often backfired, adding new inefficiencies and exacerbating inequalities rather than improving care. Rebecca Payne, a GP and NIHR In-practice Fellow, explores the multitude of systemic challenges facing general practices, from inadequate funding and infrastructure to the societal factors making patients sicker.
\n \n\n \n \nRecent MSc in Translational Health Sciences graduate Debbie 'Dada' Dada shares her experience of and takeaways from attending the Translational Science and Global Health module.
\n \n\n \n \nDr. Adaku Jennifer Agwunobi\u2019s journey as an academic, entrepreneur, and creative embodies this year\u2019s Black History Month theme, Reclaiming Narratives. Through her research on health inequalities, advocacy for digital inclusion, and work in music, she challenges narrow definitions, striving to make space for diverse voices in underrepresented fields.
\n \n\n \n \nMSc in Global Healthcare Leadership (MGHL) cohort 1 alumni Jehanzeb Ilahi and Suzanne Schmidt are welcomed back to the department as they start their new journeys as DPhil students in Primary Health Care. Read this blog to hear about their MGHL programme experience, motivations for pursuing a DPhil, and advice for prospective students.
\n \n\n \n \nMSc in Global Healthcare Leadership student Zoe Urban shares valuable lessons she learned from both gardening and education. She uses the metaphor of tending a garden to offer 10 practical tips and reflections for new students embarking on their Oxford journey. From recognising seasons of change to embracing failure and cultivating growth, Zoe\u2019s reflections provide thoughtful guidance for those looking to thrive in their studies and beyond.
\n \n\n \n \nIn his latest thought-provoking analysis, MSc in Global Healthcare Leadership student Olukayode (Kayode) Fasominu dissects the intricate dance between policy decisions and on-the-ground consequences for healthcare delivery. He offers a fresh, student's-eye view on how lessons learned from our global COVID-19 response could revolutionise our approach to Mpox and future health crises. Prepare to have your perspective challenged and expanded as this rising star in public health shares his cutting-edge insights.
\n \n\n \n \nOn World Menopause Day, Dr Anne-Marie Boylan discusses how women deserve better when it comes to options for supporting themselves through menopause.
\n \n\n \n \nWorld Food Day highlights a pressing reality: food insecurity continues to affect millions around the world, exacerbated by climate change, inflation and geopolitical conflicts. In recognition of this year's World Food Day, DPhil student Elif Naz \u00c7oker shares insights from her research and experiences of the DPhil in Primary Health Care programme. Elif is a member of the Sustainable Healthy Food Group within our Health Behaviours team, which focuses on developing policies and interventions that aim to foster healthier, more sustainable food environments, offering crucial steps toward a future where nutritious food is accessible to all.
\n \n\n \n \nDr. Stephanie Webb shares insights from presenting at the International Association for the Study of Pain World Congress, highlighting the importance of chronic pain research, the value of interdisciplinary collaboration, and the unique opportunities available to medical students engaging in research.
\n \n\n \n \nIsaac Omari, an MSc in Global Healthcare Leadership student and class representative, reflects on how shared vulnerability strengthened his cohort.
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