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RCPCH publishes statement on vaccinations

24 August 2020

With a challenging winter ahead, the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) has published a set of recommendations on routine immunisations.

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RCPCH responds to abolition of Public Health England

20 August 2020

Our Officer for Health Improvement, Dr Max Davie, writes about the sudden shake-up of England's public health system.

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RCPCH and ICHG publish statement on the impact of COVID-19 on global child health

19 August 2020

Together with the International Child Health Group, we call on governments, donors and agencies to monitor and report the effects of the pandemic response on families and children, and to prioritise a new era of investment in robust, family-centred health systems.

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Milestones magazine for members - autumn 2020

17 August 2020

This issue features practical ways for being more sustainable at work, why routine vaccinations are more important than ever and the importance of having open conversations about race. We've also got a College update from the CEO Jo Revill, a feature on how you can inspire the next generation of pa...

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Ask not what the College can do for me, ask what I can do for the College

14 August 2020

Dr Nikhil Ganjoo, Consultant Paediatrician, recounts how much he's enjoyed the many roles he's had in the College throughout the years, and encourages other members to get involved and help shape College activity.

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Message from the President - 14 August

14 August 2020

As we approach mid-August, Russell's address to members looks at the reopening of schools and our guidance on shielding. He also invites members to join the upcoming Q&A on our equality, diversity and inclusion action plan.

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Message from the President - 3 August

3 August 2020

Russell has heard from many members with concerns for at-risk and vulnerable children in this period, and we're now seeking your insights. He also welcomes the UK government's recent announcement about obesity and junk food advertising, but we need to understand how people's lives are and see the de...

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RCPCH announces forthcoming digital growth charts for parents and families

1 August 2020

We look ahead to plans for digital growth charts, which will be available to parents and carers in 2021.

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RCPCH welcomes People Plan but warns recruitment crisis cannot wait

30 July 2020

Our President, Professor Russell Viner, responds to the publication of the NHS People Plan 2020/21.

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Redeployment of health visitors has left vulnerable children at risk

29 July 2020

Health visitors fear the needs of vulnerable children have been missed due to staff redeployment to support the COVID-19 workforce, according to a new UCL survey.