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CurrentThe Centre for Health Communication Research is based at Buckinghamshire New University. It aims to become recognised nationally and internationally as a best-in-class source of research, teaching and consultancy in the field of health communication.The Centre focuses on the communication dilemmas, challenges, issues and opportunities faced by organisations in the health sector. It works at the boundary between academe and the public sector delivering rigorous, evidence-based solutions in a timely fashion. CHCR acts as a catalyst for innovative thinking in the field of health communication and an independent source of best-practice advice. Its vision is to encourage the use of effective and professional communications to improve patient outcomes and strengthen the patient experience.The centre undertakes:• Academic research• Post graduate level teaching• Short courses for health practitioners• Practical/commercial research • Consultancy advice(Web: www.chcr.org.uk)