Our spring 2024 edition is now out! We spotlight how we are keeping infants, children and young people safe as they access health services. Plus a welcome return of our regular “Starter for Ten” and “Day In The Life” features.
We have three member candidates for this Senior Officer role who will oversee areas of the College’s governance and ethical framework and its membership needs. Eligible members can now vote online.
Packed with top tips and resources from paediatricians of all levels, plus how to take advantage of free RCPCH membership as a medical student or foundation doctor. #ChoosePaediatrics
2023 was a challenging year in medicine, but we worked alongside you, our members, on some huge achievements, from the new training curriculum, Progress+ to our campaign on youth vaping.
Our new 'hub' helps specialty groups develop a guideline for RCPCH endorsement - including running the search, formulating recommendations and consulting with stakeholders.
Thanks to data provided by units in England and Wales, we've published our latest annual report, infographic and case study from the National Paediatric Diabetes Audit. Our fantastic cover illustration is by Olly, age 10.
Childhood mental health problems are common and increasing across the UK. We outline the role for paediatricians in prevention, early recognition and holistic care, and we call for greater investment.
Dr Emily Parker is one of our new Clinical Fellows with the Clean Air Fund Partnership, and in her first blog, she describes how doctors are taking a more critical look at the impact of air pollution on children's health.
Meet Alice Willson, an RCPCH Clinical Fellow on the new Clean Air Fund Partnership. A general paediatrician and a keen fell runner, Alice will lead on developing educational resources and clean air clinics.
In his first blog as RCPCH President, Professor Steve Turner outlines his priorities for the College, and notes recent developments, including the Cass Review and a GMC consultation on Physician Associates.
Revisit some of the highlights from this year’s event in Birmingham, which featured a range of insightful events, inspirational speakers and the lively exhibition hall, in our new slideshow!
The Scottish Government has announced its Programme for Government 2023-24 and has outlined a number of policies and announcements related to child health.
The International Pediatric Association (IPA) and Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) discontinue their plans to jointly host IPA Congress 2025.
In paediatrics we're fortunate to work in a diverse team; advanced practitioners provide continuity in their departments, and with their hybrid training and experience they bring a unique perspective into the needs of patients and their families. In this edition we hear from several colleagues.
Camilla introduces our new exciting partnership with the Clean Air Fund. She updates on our thinking around Senior Members status, plus important reminders about school attendance and immunisations.
What you need to know about upcoming changes to the UK’s childhood vaccination programme. Professor Helen Bedford, Immunisation Lead for RCPCH explains.
In this podcast, Vice President for Training and Assessment, Dr Cathryn Chadwick and Trainees Committee Chair, Dr Emma Dyer talk about the intentionality behind what the College does to train and support members.
It has been years in the making, and has engaged countless consultant paediatricians, trainees, College staff and - especially - children and young people.
But we're now delighted to launch our new two-level training programme, Progress+! In this short video, two key leaders in its development ch...
This week Camilla reminds members about the launch of Progress+ on 1 August (join in our 'pink' celebrations) and shares our new Thrive Paediatrics resource on best practice for transforming working lives.
On 20 July 2023, the Government published its full response to the independent review – led by former Regional Director of Public Health Dr Bill Kirkup CBE – into neonatal and maternity failings at East Kent Hospitals NHS Trust.