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Our research focuses on acute conditions in primary care, cancer disease, quality development, physical activity, multimorbidity and mental health in general practice.
We publish scientific papers on general practice and family medicine, and we disseminate new knowledge on preventive care and treatment in general practice.
The Research Unit for General Practice in Aarhus is an independent institution conducting research in general practice and related areas of health care.
Atrial fibrillation is a common heart arrhythmia disorder. Anticoagulants can reduce the risk of stroke, but many patients do not seem to receive this treatment.
Out-of-hours primary care is under pressure due to high demand for services. A PhD project has now investigated the potential value of using video in triage calls.
Patients with chronic illness often have poor mental health. A PhD project has investigated whether treatment with the ‘problem-solving method’ in the patient's general practice can improve mental well-being.