President's update

Professor Steve Turner is RCPCH President, and shares regular updates with members by email and on this website.

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Message from the President - 21 May 2021

21 May 2021

In her first blog as RCPCH President, Dr Camilla Kingdon shares her thoughts on EDI, our upcoming Conference and how we stand in solidarity with our colleagues and the wider community in India.

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Message from the President - 7 May 2021

7 May 2021

In his final blog as RCPCH President, Professor Russell Viner reflects on three years of progress in child health and what's still to come, and he welcomes his successor, Dr Camilla Kingdon.

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Message from the President - 19 March 2021

19 March 2021

One year on from the announcement of lockdown, Russell reflects on this unprecedented time; from death and hardship to the monumental efforts made by the NHS and the scientific community at large.

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Message from the President - 26 February 2021

26 February 2021

Russell announces the launch of Paediatrics 2040 and the new website that houses the data, evidence and thought pieces surrounding this innovative and timely project. He also shares thoughts on the latest RCPCH Milestones, our quarterly member magazine.

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Message from the President - 12 February 2021

12 February 2021

Russell covers the resurgence of media coverage and questions about PIMS, sharing resources and a "how to recognise" PIMS webinar. On recent and upcoming elections he gives a warm welcome and reminders to vote.

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Message from the President - 29 January 2021

29 January 2021

Russell updates members on PIMS and our current understanding of COVID-19 vaccinations for children, and shares the evidence he recently presented to the UK Parliament’s Education Committee. With a live Q&A on redeployment guidance and other member opportunities, this update brings you all the lates...

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Message from the President - 8 January 2021

8 January 2021

We’re nearly one year into the pandemic and there are immense challenges in the coming weeks. In his first blog of 2021, Russell shares important guidance, new alerts and College position statements.

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Message from the President - 18 December 2020

18 December 2020

In his final blog of 2020, Russell reflects on a challenging year as well as current growing concerns of children and young people with eating disorders. He also congratulates Camilla Kingdon and Steve Turner on their election as President and Registrar - and invites you all to join our free online ...

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Message from the President - 20 November

20 November 2020

Russell acknowledges the incredible achievements by our colleagues and partners in life sciences and highlights a difficult road ahead - with the very real risk that this pandemic could scar and hold back a whole generation.

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Message from the President - 6 November

6 November 2020

Russell reflects on the importance of looking after ourselves and each other this winter. He highlights our position statement and meetings with senior NHS leaders on new surge guidance, along with our new and continually updated guidance on COVID-19. And, he thanks members and states next steps tow...