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We use our members' expertise and experience to promote child health and inform our responses to current news.

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COVID-19 - statement on child deaths

2 April 2020

Our President Professor Russell Viner comments on child deaths due to COVID-19.

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BPSU study to look at neonatal complications of COVID-19

1 April 2020

The British Paediatric Surveillance Unit has now started collecting data on neonatal complications of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) in the UK and Northern Ireland. This study is needed to understand the impact of Coronavirus infection in newborn babies and babies born to mothers with Coronavirus, s...

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Our patron, HRH The Princess Royal sends a message of support

31 March 2020

HRH The Princess Royal has sent a letter to each of the charities, organisations and military affiliations she supports, including RCPCH, acknowledging the difficulties we face and thanking us for all we do.

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Deployment of staff during the COVID-19 pandemic - RCPCH supports AoMRC statement

30 March 2020

The Academy of Medical Royal Colleges issued a statement on 27 March 2020 to support doctors who are working outside their normal scope of professional practice. This statement signposts to various guidance on the arrangements and processes of the redeployment of staff.

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COVID-19 - message from the President, 27 March

27 March 2020

"I know how hard you are working, and I see every day your commitment and dedication. Please know that we are here for you..." Russell writes to all members.

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Vital data on disability and additional learning needs is seriously lacking

25 March 2020

Once again, the State of Child Health report presents a comprehensive picture—and a sobering set of facts. But we must remember that we can only tell the story when we have the right data to do so.

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Looking after ourselves in the COVID-19 outbreak: the best of times and the worst of times

25 March 2020

"Now more than ever, we can and must be prepared to purposefully bring out the best in ourselves and those around us at work." Clinical Lead and Consultant in PEM Dan Magnus acknowledges the anxiety and confusion we face, but sees inspiring examples of showing care and consideration. He offers key t...

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COVID-19 - message from the President, 20 March

20 March 2020

"We are now living through a time of unprecedented challenges for our health service and society. We will face this massive task together." Russell provides an update for our members.

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COVID-19 and training - a message from the VP for Training and Assessment

19 March 2020

"Life has changed, quite suddenly. Uncertainty feeds anxiety and I don’t think anybody can deny feeling overwhelmed at times by the COVID-19 pandemic." David reminds trainees that our priority as a College is to protect you, and notes that more detailed guidance is coming soon.

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We can’t be complacent in stubbing out smoking among young people

18 March 2020

The overall rates of smoking among UK adults and young people have declined in recent decades. Legislation around the consumption, sale and advertisement of cigarettes has become tighter, and wide-reaching public health campaigns have taken effect.