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Peer reviewed. Open access. Online-only. Original research & articles of importance to international primary care clinicians & researchers. Follow ≠ endorsement.
Peer reviewed. Open access. Online-only. Original research & articles of importance to international primary care clinicians & researchers. Follow ≠ endorsement.
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DEADLINE EXTENDED: Accepting special issue submissions until January 31st 2026!
⭐ Integrating Social Care & Primary Care: bjgpopen.org/page/so...
⭐ AI in Primary Care: bjgpopen.org/page/ar...
⭐ Integrating Social Care & Primary Care: bjgpopen.org/page/so...
⭐ AI in Primary Care: bjgpopen.org/page/ar...
This cross sectional study study showed that working in multidisciplinary teams in primary care was associated with higher wellbeing among GPs, both through lower occupational stress and higher job satisfaction
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January 14, 2026 at 1:00 PM
This cross sectional study study showed that working in multidisciplinary teams in primary care was associated with higher wellbeing among GPs, both through lower occupational stress and higher job satisfaction
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Huge thanks to our wonderful peer reviewers for their contributions over 2025! Every year we acknowledge these under-sung heroes of scholarly publishing on our website - you can find the full list here:
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January 7, 2026 at 2:37 PM
Huge thanks to our wonderful peer reviewers for their contributions over 2025! Every year we acknowledge these under-sung heroes of scholarly publishing on our website - you can find the full list here:
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To become a peer reviewer yourself: bjgpopen.org/page/peer-re...
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A cohort study found GPs in the Netherlands persistently prescribe anti-vertigo drugs not only for patients with Ménière’s disease but for other vestibular disorders as well. These insights can help steer guidance to reduce or prevent potentially inappropriate prescribing
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January 7, 2026 at 1:00 PM
A cohort study found GPs in the Netherlands persistently prescribe anti-vertigo drugs not only for patients with Ménière’s disease but for other vestibular disorders as well. These insights can help steer guidance to reduce or prevent potentially inappropriate prescribing
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Clinical predictors of health-related quality of life in patients with diabetic foot ulcers are well-established but psychological factors are underexplored. This study identifies key predictors: emotional burden, interpersonal distress & threat-related illness perception
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January 6, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Clinical predictors of health-related quality of life in patients with diabetic foot ulcers are well-established but psychological factors are underexplored. This study identifies key predictors: emotional burden, interpersonal distress & threat-related illness perception
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Happy New Year, here’s to 2026
This time of year invokes the opportunity to pause and take stock of where we are. Whether you are in the midst of your training with the next career goal in easy sight or well established in a set…
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Look inside the January 2026 issue of InnovAiT
January’s issue explores the myths and realities of a portfolio GP career and the opportunities available post-CCT. GP registrars will also find targeted clinical articles and practice AKTs …
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January 5, 2026 at 4:01 PM
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This cross-sectional study assessed the current practice of susceptibility testing by laboratories for outpatient urinary tract infections in Germany. It found only 26.4% of laboratories test all first-line antibiotics recommended for uncomplicated UTIs
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January 5, 2026 at 1:00 PM
This cross-sectional study assessed the current practice of susceptibility testing by laboratories for outpatient urinary tract infections in Germany. It found only 26.4% of laboratories test all first-line antibiotics recommended for uncomplicated UTIs
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This qualitative study explores the barriers to adherence to antihypertensive medication in Black African and Black Caribbean residents in South East London. Conducted by a GP, the findings are mapped to the behavioural COM-B model to allow tangible actions for clinicians
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December 24, 2025 at 1:00 PM
This qualitative study explores the barriers to adherence to antihypertensive medication in Black African and Black Caribbean residents in South East London. Conducted by a GP, the findings are mapped to the behavioural COM-B model to allow tangible actions for clinicians
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This systematic review and thematic synthesis of qualitative studies explores collaborative care between GPs and community pharmacists, emphasising the importance of pre-existing relationships, role awareness, and perceived costs and benefits
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December 23, 2025 at 1:01 PM
This systematic review and thematic synthesis of qualitative studies explores collaborative care between GPs and community pharmacists, emphasising the importance of pre-existing relationships, role awareness, and perceived costs and benefits
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Guidelines recommend measuring blood pressure in both arms and using the higher reading, but few GPs do this. A study on 4 Caribbean islands found 1/10 people will have an interarm BP difference of ≥10mmHg, and 1/12 will move from below to above the 140mmHg control level
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December 23, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Guidelines recommend measuring blood pressure in both arms and using the higher reading, but few GPs do this. A study on 4 Caribbean islands found 1/10 people will have an interarm BP difference of ≥10mmHg, and 1/12 will move from below to above the 140mmHg control level
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Osteoporosis disproportionately affects residential care home residents & guidelines specific to this setting are lacking. Using the modified Delphi method, this study proposes best-practice guidance for osteoporosis management within UK care home network
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December 22, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Osteoporosis disproportionately affects residential care home residents & guidelines specific to this setting are lacking. Using the modified Delphi method, this study proposes best-practice guidance for osteoporosis management within UK care home network
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A whole-of-population analysis in Australia found general practice video consultation use is low & declining, more so in disadvantaged groups. Differential reimbursement of video & telephone consultations hasn't substantively increased video use in practice
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December 20, 2025 at 1:00 PM
A whole-of-population analysis in Australia found general practice video consultation use is low & declining, more so in disadvantaged groups. Differential reimbursement of video & telephone consultations hasn't substantively increased video use in practice
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AI is recognised as a promising tool in health care but its use in general practice remains limited. This study provides insights on how GPs in Germany are using AI, the barriers they face, and what support they need
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December 19, 2025 at 1:00 PM
AI is recognised as a promising tool in health care but its use in general practice remains limited. This study provides insights on how GPs in Germany are using AI, the barriers they face, and what support they need
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10 minute read: a clear-eyed and thoughtful overview of the risks and opportunities of AI in primary care, with a 3-point call to action to ensure AI fulfils its potential without causing avoidable harm
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December 18, 2025 at 1:00 PM
10 minute read: a clear-eyed and thoughtful overview of the risks and opportunities of AI in primary care, with a 3-point call to action to ensure AI fulfils its potential without causing avoidable harm
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AI is increasingly used by refugees, migrants, and GPs to communicate in primary care settings, sometimes as an alternative to trained interpreters. Many of these tools are untested and unvalidated. Cronin +al's scoping review identifies and maps available evidence
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December 17, 2025 at 1:00 PM
AI is increasingly used by refugees, migrants, and GPs to communicate in primary care settings, sometimes as an alternative to trained interpreters. Many of these tools are untested and unvalidated. Cronin +al's scoping review identifies and maps available evidence
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Published today, we have a trio of articles from our special issue on AI in primary care!
Artificial intelligence in primary care: opportunities, risks, and the road ahead
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Artificial intelligence in primary care: opportunities, risks, and the road ahead
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December 17, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Published today, we have a trio of articles from our special issue on AI in primary care!
Artificial intelligence in primary care: opportunities, risks, and the road ahead
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Artificial intelligence in primary care: opportunities, risks, and the road ahead
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DEADLINE EXTENDED: Accepting special issue submissions until January 31st 2026!
⭐ Integrating Social Care & Primary Care: bjgpopen.org/page/so...
⭐ AI in Primary Care: bjgpopen.org/page/ar...
⭐ Integrating Social Care & Primary Care: bjgpopen.org/page/so...
⭐ AI in Primary Care: bjgpopen.org/page/ar...
December 10, 2025 at 1:00 PM
DEADLINE EXTENDED: Accepting special issue submissions until January 31st 2026!
⭐ Integrating Social Care & Primary Care: bjgpopen.org/page/so...
⭐ AI in Primary Care: bjgpopen.org/page/ar...
⭐ Integrating Social Care & Primary Care: bjgpopen.org/page/so...
⭐ AI in Primary Care: bjgpopen.org/page/ar...
2022 saw the largest number of HIV cases diagnosed in Ireland on record, with a 122% increase on 2021. This cross-sectional mixed-methods study assessed practices and attitudes to testing in general practice in the West of Ireland
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December 8, 2025 at 1:00 PM
2022 saw the largest number of HIV cases diagnosed in Ireland on record, with a 122% increase on 2021. This cross-sectional mixed-methods study assessed practices and attitudes to testing in general practice in the West of Ireland
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The December Issue of InnovAiT is here – look inside rcgpinnovait.wordpress.com/2025/12/04/t...
The December Issue of InnovAiT is here – look inside
This month, GP registrars can explore feature articles and practise AKTs on ADHD and minor illnesses in children, along with a must-read article for trainers on how to get the most out of tutorials…
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December 4, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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How do patient characteristics, including vaccination status, COVID-19 severity, and history of diseases associated with coded long COVID? A cohort study in English primary care, using electronic health records within the OpenSAFELY-TPP platform
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December 4, 2025 at 1:00 PM
How do patient characteristics, including vaccination status, COVID-19 severity, and history of diseases associated with coded long COVID? A cohort study in English primary care, using electronic health records within the OpenSAFELY-TPP platform
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Age-related vision impairment poses threatens older adults' self-care ability, and increases the risks of falls, depression, and dementia. Much can be done if ARVI is detected. This systematic review presents the latest knowledge of detection in general practice
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December 3, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Age-related vision impairment poses threatens older adults' self-care ability, and increases the risks of falls, depression, and dementia. Much can be done if ARVI is detected. This systematic review presents the latest knowledge of detection in general practice
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This randomised controlled trial evaluates the effectiveness of the Program for Promoting Positive Nursing Practice Environments in improving primary healthcare nurses' perceptions of safety climate and nursing practice environment
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November 25, 2025 at 1:00 PM
This randomised controlled trial evaluates the effectiveness of the Program for Promoting Positive Nursing Practice Environments in improving primary healthcare nurses' perceptions of safety climate and nursing practice environment
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Patient perceptions of relational continuity in England: insights from two cross-sectional surveys
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November 24, 2025 at 1:00 PM
Patient perceptions of relational continuity in England: insights from two cross-sectional surveys
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What was the impact of UK COVID-19 lockdowns on primary care contact rates in vulnerable groups?
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November 21, 2025 at 1:00 PM
What was the impact of UK COVID-19 lockdowns on primary care contact rates in vulnerable groups?
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Call for articles! We are still welcoming submissions for these two special issues throughout 2025:
⭐ Integrating Social Care & Primary Care
⭐ Artificial Intelligence in Primary Care
Find out more:
Social Care: bjgpopen.org/page/so...
AI: bjgpopen.org/page/ar...
⭐ Integrating Social Care & Primary Care
⭐ Artificial Intelligence in Primary Care
Find out more:
Social Care: bjgpopen.org/page/so...
AI: bjgpopen.org/page/ar...
November 20, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Call for articles! We are still welcoming submissions for these two special issues throughout 2025:
⭐ Integrating Social Care & Primary Care
⭐ Artificial Intelligence in Primary Care
Find out more:
Social Care: bjgpopen.org/page/so...
AI: bjgpopen.org/page/ar...
⭐ Integrating Social Care & Primary Care
⭐ Artificial Intelligence in Primary Care
Find out more:
Social Care: bjgpopen.org/page/so...
AI: bjgpopen.org/page/ar...