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Congratulations to the ATNEC research team for the most randomisations in October.

Everyone benefits from research. By getting involved in research, you can help make research more relevant and useful for others. Find out more about how you could get involved with NIHR: nihr.ac.uk/patients-carer…

Participation from people just like you helps to shape the future of health and social care. Whether you are living with a condition or simply want to make a difference for others, you can help. Find out how here ➡️ bepartofresearch.nihr.ac.uk/taking-part/ho…

In 2020/21, more than 1.3 million people took part in research – do you want to join them? There are lots of ways you can get involved, from taking part in a research study to volunteering. Find out more here ➡️ bepartofresearch.nihr.ac.uk

📢Massive congratulations to Somerset NHS FT for randomising your first participant since joining! Well done team! 🤩👏👏@SomersetFT #MusgroveParkHospital #PI Osama Samara #TeamMusgroveParkHospital #FirstOfMany

Every day in the UK, someone is diagnosed with a disease or a condition. The treatment they will receive will, at some point, have been informed by research. 🩺 Learn more about how you can #BePartofResearch here: bepartofresearch.nihr.ac.uk/taking-part/Ho…

🗣️Calling all involved in the delivery of clinical research - cancer or otherwise🧑‍⚕️🧑‍🔬 🚀We've just launched our latest survey and want to hear from you. Your insights will help shape the calls in our upcoming #CancerManifesto. 👇Survey closes 9 August forms.office.com/e/d6ezAw3wnm

We are very sorry to hear the sad news that George Alagiah has died. George speaking so openly about living with bowel cancer undoubtedly made a difference to many others. Talking about cancer saves lives. If you're worried, contact your GP. nhs.uk/conditions/bow…

Could research identify ways to improve #vaccine uptake and reduce inequalities? Find out more in our Collection, bringing together examples of NIHR research on how to increase vaccine uptake: evidence.nihr.ac.uk/collection/pro…

Construction work has officially started on our £87 million surgical centre at Musgrove Park! 👷🏥 The new state-of-the-art facilities, which will house theatres and critical care, will make a huge difference to patients and colleagues in Somerset 👉 bit.ly/47dTuN4

A new opportunity to take part in research. If you are interested in taking part of would like more information then please email the address in the poster.

For some people psoriasis is just a minor irritation, but for others it can have a significant impact on their quality of life. We take a look at @NIHRresearch aimed at improving the diagnosis and treatment of the skin condition. bepartofresearch.nihr.ac.uk/articles/psori…

Take a look at this new @BMC_series rheumatology collection, which brings together articles around patient and public involvement in rheumatic and musculoskeletal research: biomedcentral.com/collections/PP…

"I work in research to shape the future". Karen's contribution is helping the discovery of new treatments and improvements to patient care, which will change lives now and in the future. Find out how our research contributes to the NHS:nihr.ac.uk/explore-nihr/c… #BePartOfResearch

Patients being cared for at Musgrove Park Hospital, who also have struggles with alcohol, are now getting extra support thanks to a new team of specialist alcohol nurses. Read more about the impact that the team has already been making on patients' lives: somersetft.nhs.uk/?news=new-alco…

The NHS is taking over @parkrunUK events this Saturday and Sunday (8 & 9 July) to continue its #NHS75 celebrations! 🏃‍♂️ Longrun Meadow parkrun in Taunton is hosting a special NHS parkrun, and there are many others across Somerset. Find your nearest 👉 parkrun.org.uk

Everyone can get involved and contribute to health and social care research! Join us in our mission to find better care and treatments and #BePartOfResearch! bepartofresearch.nihr.ac.uk/?utm_source=tw… #NHS75

The NHS has come such a long way since it was launched 75 years ago - as illustrated by some of these old photos we've found, featuring our local services in Somerset! 🎞️💙 Have you got any photos over the decades to share? Pop them in the comments... #NHS75

What is co-production? Today's #TuesdayTips focus on the key principles that make up co-production and delve deeper into the topic. Take a look at this handy animation or read our full guidance: learningforinvolvement.org.uk/?opportunity=n… #Coproduction

It’s been one year since @bowelbabe Dame Deborah James died, and so today we’re remembering her inspiring and fearless campaigning to help people spot the signs of bowel cancer early. Please check your poo, it could save your life. Find out more ➡️ nhs.uk/bowel-cancer