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BPSU - 30th anniversary report (2016)
For over 30 years the British Paediatric Surveillance Unit has been facilitating research into childhood rare diseases and disorders. To mark this milestone and to celebrate the Unit's ongoing impact we published our 30 year anniversary report.
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Diagnosis of death by neurological criteria (DNC) in infants less than two months old - clinical guideline
This NICE accredited evidence-based clinical guideline provides recommendations on the diagnosis of death by neurological criteria (DNC) in infants from 37 weeks corrected gestation (post menstrual) to two months of age (post term). It is for all UK paediatric and neonatal health care practitioners ...
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Global child health - our impact
Since our foundation, we at RCPCH have embraced a commitment, beyond our work in the UK, to improving child health in the world's poorest countries. We train, mentor and advise on a wide range of medical issues which affect infant and child care services worldwide. Take a look at what we do, watch v...
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Palate examination: Identification of cleft palate in the newborn - best practice guide
A cleft palate occurs when the roof of the mouth has not joined completely. A delay in its detection may adversely affect growth, development and timely medical and surgical management. This NICE accredited evidence-based best practice guide provides recommendations on optimal examination of the new...
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State of child health 1 - Mortality indicators
Key messages and actions from three indicators on child mortality: infants (under one year); children (one to 9 years); young people (10 to 19 years).
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State of child health 2 - Conception, pregnancy and infancy indicators
This looks at smoking and pregnancy, breastfeeding and immunisation.
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State of Child Health 6 - Health conditions of childhood
This chapter looks at some common conditions among children and young people.
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Your baby's care - measuring standards and improving neonatal care (2018)
One in seven babies born in the UK will spend at least a few days in hospital in a neonatal unit which specialises in looking after babies who are born early, with a low weight or who have a medical condition that requires specialised treatment.