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Parliamentary Reception - PCSM students. Photo credit Fergus' Images

Parliamentary reception celebrates unique mission of Pears Cumbria School of Medicine

The groundbreaking mission of the Pears Cumbria School of Medicine has been celebrated at an event for parliamentarians and policymakers in Westminster. 

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First British Astronaut Helen Sharman Inspires Cumbrian Students

The Pears Cumbria School of Medicine (PCSM) and University of Cumbria welcomed Helen Sharman CMG OBE, the first British astronaut, to Cumbria as part of a series of STEMM outreach visits across local schools.

Teddy Bear Hospital launches at Fir Ends Primary school

Pears Cumbria School of Medicine Students Launch a ‘Teddy Bear Hospital’ to Tackle Healthcare Anxiety in Young Children

Medical students from the Pears Cumbria School of Medicine (PCSM) have launched a Teddy Bear Hospital, a new community outreach initiative designed to reduce anxiety around healthcare and help children feel more confident in medical settings.