Research Network in Primary Health Care of Alto Ave (RICSP-AA)

1. Incorporate clinical research into the daily routines of healthcare services, promoting the active participation of clinicians and other healthcare professionals in research projects that address local, regional, and national needs.

2. Develop research capabilities among ULS Alto Ave professionals by offering specific training and the necessary resources for conducting rigorous scientific studies. 

3. Contribute to improving clinical care standards by integrating the results of research projects into clinical practice, ensuring that medical interventions are based on the best available evidence. 

4. Foster collaborations between different ULS Alto Ave departments, other healthcare institutions, universities, and governmental entities to broadly explore the potential of shared data and resources. 

5. Disseminate the results of research projects both nationally and internationally, enabling the recognition and adoption of evidence-based innovations and practices by a broader spectrum of the medical and scientific community.

• Clinical and observational research projects in different areas (antibiotics, cancer screening, addictions, and mental health), with several studies underway and in data analysis phases; 

• Scientific dissemination activities, with the preparation of thematic webinars for sharing results and promoting knowledge.

• Cardiovascular Risk

• Active Aging

• Chronic Disease Management

• Oncology

• Health Promotion and Prevention

• School of Medicine, University of Minho

• Nursing School, University of Minho

• BlueClinical