The British Research Panel is a community of patient volunteers. We aim to promote the research and development of new medicine for a variety of illnesses.
Clean hands save lives. 🤝
Infection prevention and control action, including #HandHygiene, can reduce the risk of health care-associated infections by up to 70%.
Let’s stop the spread of germs and reduce avoidable infections!
#SclerodermaAwarenessMonth
Scleroderma is a rare autoimmune disease that causes hardening and tightening of the skin and connective tissues.
June is dedicated to raising awareness about Scleroderma, highlighting the challenges patients face and the importance of research.💙
Protect your kids from measles by ensuring they get two doses of the measles vaccine. Don’t leave health to chance. Check today’s daily dose.
#VaccinesWork#TogetherWithScience
National Healthcare Recruiter Recognition Day
For every clinical trial, there are people who make the first conversation with a patient possible.
We thank all healthcare recruiters and clinical teams who connect patients with research!
#HealthcareRecruiterRecognitionDay
#WorldMSDay#MS is a chronic condition that affects the central nervous system. While there is no cure yet, modern treatments can slow disease activity.
This day reminds us how important awareness, early diagnosis, and access to care truly are.
💙 Together, we raise awareness
5 common mistakes when using sunscreen ☀️
Take care when going out in the sun and don’t forget your sunscreen.
Find more information on the NHS website.
With hot weather across the country this week, make sure you keep hydrated.
Babies, children and older adults are more at risk of dehydration.
If it's not treated, it can become a serious problem.
Find out more information ⬇️
Clinical trials are essential to the advancement of medicine, that improves the lives of millions of people worldwide. 🌍
We work to connect our members with research opportunities!
Check out our current clinical trials: britishresearchpanel.co.uk/c…#WorldClinicalTrialsDay
Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is a term used to described conditions that causes severe stomach pain and diarrhoea.
Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are the main types of IBD. Both are long-term conditions with treatments available.
#WorldIBDDay
Today is #WorldHypertensionDay.
High blood pressure - or #hypertension - often shows no warning signs, yet it increases the risk for heart disease, stroke, blindness, dementia, and other complications.
A simple blood pressure check can be life-saving.
✔ Routine screening
✔ Timely diagnosis and treatment
✔ Follow-up through primary care
can prevent millions of premature deaths bit.ly/49vL3iK
ALT Illustration of a doctor measuring a man's blood pressure highlighting hypertension as the top preventable risk for premature death worldwide.
Could you have high blood pressure? You may be able to get this checked for free at a pharmacy.
High blood pressure can cause serious conditions such as stroke and heart disease.
Find your nearest pharmacy who can check your blood pressure: nhs.uk/nhs-services/pharmaci…
ALT Illustration of people queuing at a pharmacy. Text reads: 'Could you have high blood pressure? Many pharmacies offer a free service to people aged 40 and over to check if you have high blood pressure. Find your nearest pharmacy on the NHS website.'
Placebo and Nocebo Effects💊
The #placebo and nocebo effects prove that our expectations can physically change how we feel. Positive mindsets can trigger the brain's natural painkillers like endorphins, fear can worsen symptoms.
Read the article👇
bit.ly/4dkXVtf
World Hypertension Day🌍
More than 1.2 billion people live with hypertension, and many don't even know it.
Take control with these simple steps:
🧂 Cut the salt
🥗 Eat fresh
🏃♂️ Stay active
🧘 De-stress
🩺 Check often
#WorldHypertensionDay
It’s #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek and this year’s theme is ‘action’. We asked our staff to make a mental health pledge, either to support themselves or to help others. Here are @DPT_TALKWORKS clinicians sharing their pledges.
Up to 70% of the salt we eat is hidden in processed and packaged foods - such as sauces, canned food, cured meat, breads - not just the salt we add to our meals.
Choosing fresh, minimally processed foods can help reduce your salt intake and protect your heart.
NEW: Second ed. of SHAKE the salt habit, WHO technical package for sodium reduction bit.ly/3R1zKIR#LessSalt
ALT Heart-shaped bread with a red bandage and a soy sauce bottle labeled high in sodium beside bouillon cubes, highlighting hidden salt in processed foods.
We have a dedicated blog post with information on the hantavirus outbreak linked to the Dutch cruise ship, which we are regularly updating.
🔗Full details here: ukhsa.blog.gov.uk/2026/05/12…
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What you need to know about the hantavirus outbreak linked to the Dutch cruise ship
#InternationalNurseDay 🌍👩⚕️
This year’s theme, “Our Nurses. Our Future. Empowered Nurses Save Lives,” highlights that supporting the nursing workforce is directly linked to patient safety, health outcomes, and the ability of healthcare systems to respond to future challenges.
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Celebrating Nurses Week - a time to recognise the incredible work, dedication, and compassion of nurses around the world.👩⚕️
Every day, they provide care and support that make a real difference in people’s lives, often in the most challenging and critical moments.
#NursesWeek