BACPR

BACPR Research Mentoring Programme - Applications Open BACPR is offering two places on its Research Mentoring Programme, providing one-to-one support from experienced researchers for members at an early stage of their research journey. Open to members who are considering research, working on a project, or undertaking a PhD/doctoral qualification. Deadline: 5 pm, 31 March 2026. Places are limited. members.bacpr.org/articles/6989f…

BACPR Conference 2026 - Don't miss the early bird delegate fee We are pleased to announce that registration is now open for the 35th Annual Conference of the British Association for Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation (BACPR). Reshaping the Future of Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation 📅 8–9 October 2026 📍 The Eastside Rooms, Birmingham ➡️ Book your place - bacpr-conference.org Join us for two days of the latest evidence, best practice, and valuable networking with professionals across cardiovascular prevention and rehabilitation. #BACPR2026 #CardiovascularPrevention #CardiacRehabilitation #Cardiorehab The BACPR annual conference is sponsored by various pharmaceutical companies. These organisations have had no input into the development of the conference programme, or influenced the choice of speakers, except for any industry sponsored symposia presentations. Sponsoring organisations will not be contributing in any way to the organisation and running of any social activities around the conference period. lnkd.in/euAttcyT

Deep dive into Cardiac Rehabilitation podcast episode – listen to Maria Glover, our BACPR President, in conversation with Professor Derek Connolly and Beverley Bostock on the PCCS Unscripted podcast. ➡️ Click here to listen to the podcast on Spotify - open.spotify.com/episode/0t3PR9…

Looking for a new challenge? Could you be our new B5 Rehab Practitioner at Guy's & St Thomas' Hospital? Come and join our amazing team! jobs.nhs.uk/candidate/joba… @bacpr @ACPICR

Why not join one of our Members' Hour networking sessions? These informal sessions are a great opportunity to connect with other BACPR members, share ideas, and discuss experiences from across the cardiac rehabilitation pathway. Our next meeting is on Thursday, 19 March 2026 at 12:30 – 13:30 ➡️ Book your place here - members.bacpr.org/events

Registration is open for the BACPR Exercise Professionals Group (EPG) Study Day 2026. This year’s event, “Optimising Heart Health Through Physical Activity and Exercise,” will take place on Friday 24 April 2026 at Conference Aston, Birmingham. ➡️ Find out more and register your place - eu.eventscloud.com/website/18472/ #EPG2026

Have you checked out the BACPR Members Discussion Forum lately? It’s a great space to connect with fellow members, ask questions, and share experiences from across the community. 👉 Join the conversation and be part of the discussion today! members.bacpr.org/newsfeed Not a member yet? - find out about all the other benefits of joining the BACPR for only £45 a year - bacpr.org/join-us

We are pleased to share the British Heart Foundation Clinical Research Collaborative Winter Newsletter. The latest edition highlights updates, insights, and developments from across the cardiovascular research community. bhfcrc.org/news/newslette…

BACPR Conference 2026 - Registration Now Open We are pleased to announce that registration is now open for the 35th Annual Conference of the British Association for Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation (BACPR). Reshaping the Future of Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation 📅 8–9 October 2026 📍 The Eastside Rooms, Birmingham ➡️ Book your place - bacpr-conference.org Join us for two days of the latest evidence, best practice, and valuable networking with professionals across cardiovascular prevention and rehabilitation. Abstract submissions are also now open. #BACPR2026 #CardiovascularPrevention #CardiacRehabilitation #Cardiorehab The BACPR annual conference is sponsored by various pharmaceutical companies. These organisations have had no input into the development of the conference programme, or influenced the choice of speakers, except for any industry sponsored symposia presentations. Sponsoring organisations will not be contributing in any way to the organisation and running of any social activities around the conference period. bacpr-conference.org/sponsors/

➡️ DEADLINE NOW EXTENDED UNTIL MIDDAY FRIDAY 6TH MARCH. Last chance to shine!

Thank you to everyone who helped raise awareness of the vital role cardiac rehabilitation plays in improving heart health during #crweek We are delighted to announce that @HAHWolves has won our social media competition. Their entries stood out not only for their volume, but for the creativity, enthusiasm, and dedication shown in promoting Cardiac Rehab Week. In recognition of their exceptional contribution, the team has been awarded a complimentary place at the 2026 BACPR Annual Conference. Congratulations to Have a Heart Wolverhampton, and thank you to everyone who helped make #CRWeek such a success. Your efforts continue to make a meaningful difference in raising awareness and improving heart health.

🌍 Where in the world could your next breakthrough in cardiovascular prevention and rehabilitation come from? With the right support, the possibilities are truly global. The BACPR Travel Awards 2026 are now open for applications - offering up to £1,500 per applicant (two awards available). Deadline: Tuesday, 31 March 2026, 5:00 pm. ➡️ Learn more and apply: lnkd.in/eQ3fnCQv

➡️ Last Chance to Shine: Submit Your Abstract for the BACPR EPG Study Day 2026 by 27 February! Abstracts are invited for oral and poster presentations. Submissions must be received by 5:00pm on Friday 27 February 2026 and should be sent to education@bacpr.com Register to attend here: eu.eventscloud.com/website/18472/

❤️ Beating Bias: Women & Heart Disease the no1 killer of women worldwide: We Need Your Help We are working together on this highly important project led by King's College London to understand what matters most to you about women’s heart health and use those insights to shape future research. If you live in the UK or the Republic of Ireland, we want to hear from you. This survey is open to individuals (male and female) with lived or professional experience of women’s heart disease, including patients, carers, family members, and healthcare professionals. Your voice can help drive meaningful change. Please take part in this short, anonymous survey and share it widely with your networks, colleagues, friends and family. Please click on the link below - Every question truly counts. ➡️ forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/response… Together, we can beat the bias and drive meaningful change for women’s heart health! #BeatingBias in heart research #HeartHealth #WomensHealth #Research #HeartDisease #WomenAndCVD #KCL #HeartResearchUK #JamesLindAlliance Beating Bias: Women's Heart Health Survey - media.kcl.ac.uk/media/Beating+…

➡️ BACPR Exercise Professionals Group (EPG) Study Day 2026 – Abstract Submission Deadline: 27 February ✅ Abstracts are invited for oral and poster presentations. Submissions must be received by 5:00pm on Friday 27 February 2026 and should be sent to education@bacpr.com ➡️ Register here: eu.eventscloud.com/website/18472/

Day 2 of Wear Red for Cardiac Rehab Week ❤️🫀 Loving all the red, smiles, and support — thanks for helping raise awareness for heart health & WCASG ❤️🙌🏼 Still time to join in… wear red, snap a pic, and pop by our coffee morning tomorrow ☕️📸 #CRWeek2026 @bacpr

Our #Cardiacrehab team @StockportNHS wrapped up the #CRWeek2026 celebration today with a study day and an exercise session. Congratulations to Littin for winning our 50,000 Steps Challenge. #BACPR @BACPR

Everyone should aim for a well-balanced diet. After a cardiac event, our #cardiacrehab team can support patient to make positive dietary changes to support heart health. Check out the @BHF Eat better booklet for further info. #CRWeek2026 #BACPR @BACPR

Day 5 — the grand finale of Cardiac Rehab Week ❤️🫀 What an amazing way to round off Wear Red for Cardiac Rehab Week! The effort, the photos, the laughs, and all that red on display have made this week really special. #CRWeek2026 #CardiacRehabWeek #WearRed #HeartHealth @bacpr

As #CRweek26 comes to a close, we celebrate everyone who works in #cardiacrehab Thank you for your unwavering commitment, expertise, and compassion. Your dedication changes lives every day, supporting individuals, families, and communities to live healthier, stronger futures. Together, let’s continue to champion and advocate for the vital role of Cardiac Rehabilitation in heart health. #BACPR