Health policy

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RCPCH responds to Government announcement of independent NHS productivity review

11 July 2024

The Health and Social Care Secretary Wes Streeting has ordered an independent investigation into the state of the NHS. He has said this is to "uncover the extent of the issues facing the nation’s health service".

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College welcomes the introduction of game changing RSV vaccine

25 June 2024

After a headline campaign from RCPCH, England and Scotland have announced a rollout of the RSV vaccine this autumn.

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Lessons from the past to inform our future - President’s update

21 June 2024

As the College looks to the future, Steve has been reviewing our archives and discovering what we can learn from the past. Also in this update, as whooping cough cases rise there is a call to download and display our vaccination poster. Plus, hear about lots of ways for you to get involved with your...

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UK General Election 2024: Child health and the manifesto pledges from political parties

20 June 2024

Dr Mike McKean, Vice-President for Policy, outlines the child health focus points of the three largest parties’ (in England) 2024 manifesto pledges on child health and the NHS workforce. And notes that whatever the next government, RCPCH will work hard to put your voice at the centre.

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Paediatricians respond to worrying new research on global impacts of air pollution

19 June 2024

A new report from HEI in partnership with UNICEF details health impacts of air pollution, which has moved ahead of tobacco and poor diet as a risk factor for death.

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RCPCH responds to JRF’s hardship on primary schools and primary and community healthcare report

18 June 2024

The Joseph Rowntree Foundation has published research exploring what impact rising hardship is having in classrooms and primary and community healthcare settings across Britain.

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Restricting promotions of food and drink high in fat, sugar or salt - consultation response (Scotland)

In May 2024, we responded to the Scottish Government's consultation on restricting promotions of HFSS food and drinks. Below is a short summary, with our full response available in the downloads section.

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Public health

Obesity

Health Foundation - Harkness Fellowships in Health Care Policy and Practice [OPEN]

https://www.health.org.uk/funding-and-partnerships/fellowships/harkness-fellows…

Harkness Fellowships are designed for mid-career professionals committed to advancing health policy and practice in the U.S., UK and other countries.

Award programme/theme

Fellowship (award type)

Maximum duration

1 year

Submission deadline

1 November 2024

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Health leaders issue urgent advice as cases of whooping cough rise

7 June 2024

A joint press release from RCPCH, RCGP, RCOG and RCM.

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The value of green and blue spaces for wellbeing

4 June 2024

Can access to nature and fresh air improve wellness and reduce health inequalities? Dr Alice Willson reflects on her experience as RCPCH Clinical Fellow in the Clean Air Fund Partnership, and how we can imbed sustainability into our working lives.