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Are you up to date with the latest type 2 diabetes guidance?

Our new Essential Knowledge Update explores the 2026 NICE recommendations, including changes to glucose-lowering treatments and SGLT-2 inhibitors.

Access the course. ⤵️ https://elearning.rcgp.org.uk/course/info.php?id=1255
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October 8, 2026 at 8:00 AM
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This Hospice Care Week, join our free Daffodil Standards webinar on earlier identification and improving palliative and end-of-life care.

📅 Thursday 5 November, 12:30–14:00

Book your place: https://engage.rcgp.org.uk/event/a2kWS000000dpaX/ev07187?recordId=a2kWS000000dpaX
October 7, 2026 at 8:59 AM
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Join the First5 community in Glasgow for expert-led sessions to deepen clinical judgment, explore portfolio careers, and build lasting relationships. ⤵️

https://www.rcgpac.org.uk/programme?utm_source=Social&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=RCGPACBlueskyOctober&utm_id=RCGPACBlueskyOctober
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October 6, 2026 at 7:59 AM
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Have you signed our petition yet?

We’re calling on the Government to co-design better NHS care pathways and to employ more GPs. This petition is for anyone who wants a health system that works better for everyone.

Deadline 14 October.

Sign today. https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/762586
October 4, 2026 at 10:59 AM
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Applications for RCGP Fellowship are now open, and there’s no fee to apply. And we’ve made things easier too; our application process is now simpler and more straightforward to complete.

Visit our website for more information. ⤵️

https://www.rcgp.org.uk/membership/fellowship
October 3, 2026 at 8:59 AM
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This Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Black History Month, explore our course on supporting Black women with breast cancer, developed with the Leanne Pero Foundation.

Take the course: https://elearning.rcgp.org.uk/course/info.php?id=891
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October 2, 2026 at 12:59 PM
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Your Faculty Board meet every quarter, the first meeting of the Council year is in November.
Sign up to be an advocate on your Faculty Board and share your experience of grassroots practice to help shape the future of the College.
https://r1.dotdigital-pages.com/p/49LX-16IG/facelections
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October 2, 2026 at 8:59 AM
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Our new report focuses on the important role general practice can play in preventive care as part of a wider response, and the support needed to create the capacity for this work.

Visit our website to read the report. ➡️ www.rcgp.org.uk/representing-you/policy-areas/prevention-report
October 1, 2026 at 1:00 PM
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On International Day of Older Persons, we recognise the importance of person-centred, joined-up care for older people living with frailty.

Explore our framework for GPs working in frailty and complex care: https://www.rcgp.org.uk/your-career/gp-extended-roles/purpose-of-frailty
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October 1, 2026 at 7:59 AM
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Our new report focuses on the important role general practice can play in preventive care as part of a wider response, and the support needed to create the capacity for this work.

Visit our website to read the report. ➡️ www.rcgp.org.uk/representing-you/policy-areas/prevention-report
September 30, 2026 at 3:00 PM
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Does the combination of conditions matter when it comes to multimorbidity?

Our latest Essential Knowledge Update explores research into multimorbidity profiles, physical and mental health, wellbeing, and the role of person-centredness. ⤵️

https://elearning.rcgp.org.uk/mod/page/view.php?id=17073
September 30, 2026 at 8:59 AM
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“Our message is simple. If we want a healthier nation, we need strong general practice at the heart of our communities, providing care that understands the whole person, tackles inequalities and connects care around what matters to patients.” RCGP President, Professor Victoria Tzortziou Brown
September 29, 2026 at 2:07 PM
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Gynaecological cancers can be difficult to recognise, and embarrassment or uncertainty can make it even harder to speak up.

This Gynaecological Cancer Awareness Month, Dr Deepthi Lavu shares why these cancers can sometimes go unnoticed and why starting the conversation matters.
September 29, 2026 at 8:00 AM
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What is the role of GPs in prevention? Our new report focuses on the important role general practice can play and the support needed to create the capacity for this work.

Visit our website to read the report. ➡️ www.rcgp.org.uk/representing-you/policy-areas/prevention-report
"Around 2/3 patients trust their GP for advice on how to live healthily, yet 3/4 GPs say they lack the time to offer preventive care." Below the text is a blue and white icon of a stopwatch. In the bottom-left corner is the logo of the Royal College of General Practitioners.
September 28, 2026 at 9:29 AM
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Representing GPs at Labour Conference

Our President, Professor Victoria Tzortziou Brown is attending this year’s Labour Conference to give a voice to GPs. She'll use this opportunity to speak with politicians and other key stakeholders to address some of the issues that are affecting our members.
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September 27, 2026 at 1:59 PM
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Join our screening of the National emergency briefing on climate change, followed by a discussion led by Vice President Policy, Dr Munro Stewart, and featuring a panel of GP experts and patient perspectives.
https://engage.rcgp.org.uk/event/a2kWS000000dK5J/ev07160?recordId=a2kWS000000dK5J
National emergency briefing on climate change Join our screening for RCGP members followed by a discussion led by Vice President Policy, Dr Munro Stewart, and featuring a panel of GP experts and patient perspectives. Thursday 8 October 19:30-20:00 Online On the top left is the RCGP logo and on bottom left, there is a headshot of Dr Munro Stewart.
September 23, 2026 at 8:59 AM
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World Alzheimer’s Day

Our Alzheimer’s disease e-learning module helps GPs refresh their knowledge of diagnosis and management, including prescribing, difficult symptoms, supporting carers and working with memory services.
Explore the course.⤵️

https://elearning.rcgp.org.uk/course/info.php?id=516
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September 21, 2026 at 7:59 AM
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Wishing all our members observing Yom Kippur a meaningful and peaceful day of reflection, prayer and remembrance.

G’mar Chatimah Tovah.
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September 20, 2026 at 10:59 AM
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Are you a GP interested in getting involved in research?

Dr Nick Thomas shares his practice’s research delivery journey from getting started, to growing the facilities and team.

Visit our website to read Nick’s blog. ➡️ www.rcgp.org.uk/Blog/Experienced-research-delivery
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September 18, 2026 at 9:59 AM
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Voting closes tomorrow in your local Faculty elections.

Find your voting link in your Faculty Fortnightly email sent on 11 September to shape the future of your College.
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September 17, 2026 at 7:59 AM
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Join us this National Fitness Day as we bring primary care professionals and Active Partnerships together to explore how we can make physical activity part of everyday healthcare and communities.

Register here
https://engage.rcgp.org.uk/event/a2kWS000000ctGP/ev07151?recordId=a2kWS000000ctGP
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September 16, 2026 at 7:59 AM
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Do you want to know more about being a GP with an extended role?

Watch our short video to test your knowledge and visit our website to find out more about how the RCGP can support you. https://www.rcgp.org.uk/your-career/gp-extended-roles
September 13, 2026 at 7:59 AM
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Wishing everyone celebrating Rosh Hashanah a happy and peaceful New Year. Shanah Tovah!
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September 11, 2026 at 10:59 AM
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Voting opens in your Faculty elections tomorrow!

Look out for a voting link in your Faculty Fortnightly email, landing in your inbox tomorrow, and have your say on who represents you and helps shape the future of your Faculty and College.
September 10, 2026 at 2:59 PM
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What does the latest evidence tell us about medicines for overweight and obesity? 💊

Our latest EKU explores a BMJ systematic review comparing the benefits and harms of medicines used in adults living with overweight or obesity.⤵️

https://elearning.rcgp.org.uk/mod/page/view.php?id=17049
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September 9, 2026 at 9:59 AM