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Climate change

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�鶹ӰԺ responds to Scottish Government’s ‘Programme for Government’

5 September 2024

The Scottish Government has unveiled their Programme for Government and confirms their commitment to end child poverty.

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UK Health Alliance on Climate Change publishes report on a just energy transition for health

4 September 2024

This evidence-based policy report was produced in collaboration with RCPCH and other leading health organisations.

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From hot days to healthier futures - tackling air pollution for child health

28 August 2024

After a day with the RCPCH Clean Air team in rural Nottinghamshire, Dr Helena Clements, RCPCH Officer for Climate Change, shares her insights on advocating for cleaner air and driving policy change at local, regional, and national levels to protect children’s health.

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Changing climate already impacting the way healthcare professionals work around the world

21 August 2024

Children and young people face increased exposure to heat, poor outdoor air quality, household air pollution and higher prevalence of infectious disease according to a global survey.

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The impact of climate change on child health around the world: Results of a survey of child health professionals outside the UK

Our report, published August 2024, shares insights from members in 50 countries on the rising threats to children’s well-being and the role of healthcare professionals.

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�鶹ӰԺ respond to UNICEF’s climate change report

26 July 2024

UNICEF has published a report, ‘A threat to progress: Confronting the effects of climate change on child health and well-being.’ The College responds, noting our responsibility to call for action on areas such as high greenhouse gas emissions and air pollution, food and water supplies and climate-re...

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Public transport and air pollution: why the new government urgently needs to act

12 July 2024

Dr. Alice Willson, RCPCH Clinical Fellow in the Clean Air Fund Partnership, reflects on the crucial need for equitable and efficient public transport to reduce air pollution and protect children's health.

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A major change in UK politics - President’s update

5 July 2024

Steve reflects on the UK General Election and highlights key Labour party manifesto commitments relating to child health. He also congratulates Dr Hilary Cass on her peerage, and there are chances for you to get involved in two important College surveys.

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Doctors call for action on air pollution

20 June 2024

Doctors are marking Clean Air Day today (20 June) by calling on the Scottish Government to act to reduce preventable ill health, caused by air pollution in Scotland.

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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.