Division of Population Medicine. Our aim is to improve the health of individuals through research, innovation, & teaching on patient population & health systems
Cardiff, Wales
Joined March 2017
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Higher risk of respiratory tract infections in patients with resolved asthma
Research published in @BJGPjournal by Hywel Jones, Bethan Cumins, Rebecca Cannings-John, and Harry Ahmed
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Patients with resolved #Asthma continue to be at greater risk of GP-attended respiratory infections and higher antibiotic use compared to the general population doi.org/10.3399/BJGP.2023.02… #PrimaryCare #Antibiotics #GeneralPractice
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Great to hear Jeremy Miles MS, Cabinet Secretary referring to one of our reviews. #EvidenceWales2025
“It’s a pleasure to celebrate the work of a unique Welsh asset… research plays an essential role in developing better treatments and effective services.”
Jeremy Miles, Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care speaks at #EvidenceWales2025
@WGHealthandCare @EvidenceWales
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As #EvidenceWales2025 ends, key takeaways:
- Public health needs real-time, data-driven solutions
- Evidence must be accessible, relevant, and actionable
- Research should be inclusive and community-focused
Thank you to all speakers, researchers, and attendees.
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Dr. Helen Munro discusses Wales’ Women’s Health Plan, identifying gaps and shaping new research pathways.
From reproductive health to menopause support, what should be the next priority? #EvidenceWales2025
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The next round of workshops explores:
- Waiting lists – Can risk prediction tools help?
- Childhood obesity – Early-life risk factors
- Wider determinants of health – Building a research culture
- End-of-life care – Using data for better decision-making
#EvidenceWales2025
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“We want to deliver evidence that’s going to make a difference.”
Dr Alison Cooper, @EvidenceWales Associate Director, introduces the Evidence Centre at #EvidenceWales2025 and explains how their work creates impact for a healthier Wales.
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“The Evidence Centre has shown the power of rapid evidence in decision making.”
Iain Bell, National Director for Public Health Knowledge and Research, @PublicHealthW opens the afternoon sessions at the @EvidenceWales Symposium #EvidenceWales2025
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The afternoon starts with Iain Bell on real-time public health.
Topic: Data, Knowledge & Information – Understanding Public Health in Real-Time
#EvidenceWales2025
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Morning workshops are underway.
Topics include:
- NHS dental services – What do patients really think?
- Women’s health and physical activity
- Mental health and work – Supporting recovery
- Family Group Conferencing and decision-making
#EvidenceWales2025
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Interesting to hear the work on “Wellness in work - supporting people in work and assisting people to return to the workforce” Jacob Davies and Kalpa Pisavadia @EvidenceWales
#EvidenceWales2025
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Opening address from @Jeremy_Miles, and a warm welcome from @adriangkedwards .
Prof. Liz Green explores public health, evidence, and impact—how can we turn research into real change?
Share your thoughts below. #EvidenceWales2025
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“Research is vitally relevant to the NHS and social care.”
@adriangkedwards welcomes delegates to the @EvidenceWales Symposium in Cardiff this morning.
#ResearchEvidence2025
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We’re excited to be at the @EvidenceWales Symposium today!
It’s fantastic to be celebrating the vital work of the Centre creating impact from research evidence for a healthier Wales #EvidenceWales2025
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Good morning from the #EvidenceWales2025 Symposium.
We’re starting with registration and refreshments before a packed agenda of expert talks and workshops.
Stay tuned for key insights throughout the day.
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📢Tomorrow marks the start of our biennial symposium: Evidence to Impact for a Healthier Wales.
Follow us for expert insights, research, and discussions shaping the future of health and care.
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#EvidenceWales2025.
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A review of research from @EvidenceWales highlights need for more research into quitting smoking and mental health.
The team looked at how effective stop smoking strategies are for those with depression or anxiety.
Learn more this #NoSmokingDay: healthandcareresearchwales.o…
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Llongyfarchiadau gwresog i @LeightonCaraH, ein myfyriwr meddygol ymsang, am gyhoeddi ei hail bapur ar y ffactorau sy'n effeithio ar weithredu platfformau telefeddygaeth anghydamserol mewn gofal sylfaenol. @BioMedCentral.
Papur: bmcprimcare.biomedcentral.co…
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Big congrats to @LeightonCaraH, our intercalated medical student, for her second published paper on the factors affecting implementation of asynchronous telemedicine platforms in primary care. @BioMedCentral.
Paper: bmcprimcare.biomedcentral.co…
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Have you or a family member had a foot ulcer caused by diabetes?
@cardiffuni researchers are looking for people to help shape and advise on a new study aiming to improve the prevention and healing of diabetic foot ulcers.
Closes: 21 March
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Congratulations Brittany, from all your colleagues & friends @PRIMECentre and @DPMRes!
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📢Latest @PRIME news - Read all about it 📰
Grab a cuppa and read about the latest research from the PRIME Centre Wales team in the Winter 2024/25 e-news bulletin:
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