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We all have a stake in research and evidence generation - it makes a difference
28 May 2019
As your new VP for Science and Research, Nick introduces his own journey into child health research and what we are doing to increase research capacity and build evidence for improving care.
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Government responds to Science and Tech Committee report on social media impact
23 May 2019
The RCPCH welcomes the Government's commitment to protect children online but, to inform future policy and public advice, says it must go further to ensure researchers have access to high quality data.
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New childhood disability fellowship for postdoctoral researchers
20 May 2019
This exciting new funding partnership will see dedicated investment of £263,000 for a real impact on the lives and health of children with disabilities across the UK.
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Scottish children still miss out on basic rights
28 February 2019
RCPCH's Officer for Scotland responds to new 'children in families with limited resources' data as one in five children in Scotland miss out on basic rights such as a warm winter coat and outdoor space
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RCPCH statement on relationship with formula milk companies
13 February 2019
RCPCH Council has made the decision to no longer accept any funding from formula milk companies.
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New paediatric speciality training curriculum gets green light from GMC
29 November 2017
The new curriculum for paediatric speciality training, RCPCH Progress, has been approved by the General Medical Council (GMC). It’s an innovative curriculum which focuses on learning outcomes, puts the emphasis on the development needs of paediatricians throughout their careers and provides the opp...
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OECD report reveals the scale of the UK's obesity epidemic, which has the highest rates in Western Europe
13 November 2017
The Organisation for Economic Development and Cooperation (OECD) has published its ‘Health at a Glance 2017’ report, which reveals that the UK has the highest obesity rates in Western Europe, with rates rising faster than any other developed nations.