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We represent more than 22,000 paediatricians and child health workers, working to ensure that children everywhere receive the best care. #ChoosePaediatrics

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Today we've published a new report setting out the health, education and legal case to remove the ‘reasonable punishment’ defence in England and Northern Ireland. It's time to give every child #EqualProtection from assault and #EndPhysicalPunishment .

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Our statement on reports about COVID admissions and children. Thanks to @CheungRonny @leehudson111 @lizWWyld and @Damian_Roland for sharing perspectives.

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More than 2,000 paediatricians and @RCPCH members have signed a letter supporting @MarcusRashford in his campaign to extend free school meals. Pleased to see it on the front page of @ObserverUK Thanks to everyone who signed. Full story 👇👇👇

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Update: there is no sign of an increase in paediatric admissions due to COVID. Our emergency departments are very busy right across the UK, but not with COVID. Statement 👇👇👇

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We're calling for a commission to examine the devastating impact of the pandemic on children and young people. Unless we act together, COVID will scar a generation.

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UK Children's welfare becoming 'national emergency', health experts warn

A letter to the Observer calls for an urgent review of the long-term impact of lockdowns and school closures on a generation

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We've responded to reports about numbers of children and young people going to hospital with COVID-19. Our full statement is here:

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Good to see a big focus on children and young people in today's announcement by @NicolaSturgeon We welcome these sensible moves from Scottish government.

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Coronavirus: Distancing rules relaxed for children in Scotland

Those under 12 will not have to follow distancing rules outdoors, while older children can meet more people during a day.

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NEW 🔊🔊🔊 Advice for parents during corona virus. Poster: 👇👇👇

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The term Mongolian Blue Spots is no longer considered appropriate. In conjunction with guidance from the British Association of Dermatology the preferred nomenclature should be Congenital Dermal Melanocytosis. Our literature will be updated to reflect this change in terminology.

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#ChoosePaediatrics

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The pediatrics residency interview

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Childhood hunger is an issue that should transcend politics. Few would disagree that one of our most basic human responsibilities is to ensure children have enough to eat.

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Our incoming President @CamillaKingdon and @russellviner have written to @thetimes about the UK government's failure to speak with and listen to children and young people throughout the pandemic.

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In the last 24 hours more than 1500 paediatricians and child health workers have signed an open letter to the Prime Minister. The letter calls for a clear plan from government about getting children back to school. 👇👇👇 Read:

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We are deeply concerned about some of the food packages sent to families who rely on the school meals programme. Thanks to @BootstrapCook and families for sharing. We've written to @GavinWilliamson seeking an urgent review. Statement from @maxdavie 👇👇👇

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Last night children and young people saw an inspiring @England team. We have supported the critical work of @MarcusRashford for children and young people, and this whole team are role models for the next generation.

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Pleased to see our open letter on the front of @thetimes tomorrow. Thank you to everyone who got behind it.

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🎉The results are in! A huge thank you to everyone involved. Please join us in congratulating our next President @CamillaKingdon and Registrar @SteveTurnerABDN . Full story here:

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"Doctors have sought to reassure parents that there has been no increase in the severity of Covid-19 cases among children because of the new variant."

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Coronavirus: No increase in severe child cases, paediatricians say

"Covid is rife in hospitals, but not among children," consultant paediatrician Dr Ronny Cheung said.

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#ChoosePaediatrics ✨

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Hanging out with the pediatrician

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Mega congratulations to winners of our Members Awards - Professor Ian Sinha - Dr Elizabeth Whittaker - Team Soft Landing - Dr Nadia Baasher and Dr Habab Easa Who have all undertaken exceptional work in support of child health. Thank you to you all! #RCPCH23

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Hopefully our statement has provided some reassurance. Re: comments, Please don't blame the person who did the initial interview, things so easily lose context. Everyone trying their absolute best in difficult circumstances. Stay home if you can (+ Hands / face / space).

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We’ve just published our position statement on migrant healthcare. Evidence shows the migrant charging regime deters children from accessing healthcare, which negatively impacts health outcomes. We want charging to stop.

Access to healthcare for migrant and undocumented children - position statement

Charging for NHS services in the UK prevents and deters migrant children and their families from accessing healthcare, which has adverse effects on child health and the wider public health of the...

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👶🩺 Check out our amazing Medicines for Children QR code posters! Easy access info on commonly prescribed medicines for kids or general advice in healthcare settings. Don't miss out! @MedsForChildren

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Long-lasting symptoms from COVID-19 are rare in children, large UK study confirms. Full response here:

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1 million children live in destitution. 1 in 5 households with children are food insecure. Poverty is worsening health inequalities and poorer education outcomes - Sir Michael Marmot. Government must take action and invest in our children’s futures. #RCPCH24 #ShiftTheDial

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Medicines for Children have developed a series of posters displaying QR codes for medicines commonly prescribed to children or for general advice. Offering quick access to share our info in healthcare settings such as clinics or GP surgeries

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We are deeply alarmed by reports of a maternity ward and children's ward being destroyed during an airstrike hit in Mariupol, Ukraine. These attacks are deplorable.

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Ukraine maternity and children's ward in ruins after strike

Russian forces bombed a hospital in the southern city of Mariupol, say officials in Ukraine.

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We are deeply disturbed by the many reports from #Ukraine describing attacks on hospitals, healthcare workers & on children & young people. These actions are in defiance of international humanitarian law and will devastate a generation. See our statement:

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RCPCH stands in solidarity with health workers in Ukraine and calls for protection for children and...

Dr Camilla Kingdon, President of RCPCH comments.

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Very pleased to see this and well done @MarcusRashford 👏👏👏

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Boris Johnson relents over Marcus Rashford's campaign with £396m food package

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Evidence is emerging that children and families are not accessing medical advice and review as soon as is needed. In this position statement we outline our role as paediatricians to help ensure children get the right care at the right time and right place.

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To mark #PrideMonth we are proud to publish a statement of support for LGBTQ+ young people 🌈 We have a vital role to play in supporting LGBTQ+ young people, many of whom still face discrimination and experience poorer health outcomes. 👇👇👇

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Youth vaping is fast becoming an epidemic, with disposable e-cigarettes the top choice for children and young people. We're calling for a ban on disposable e-cigarette products to protect children's health and the environment. #BanDisposableVapes ➡️

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We've published #coronavirus guidance for healthcare workers who deliver or work in paediatric services 👇👇👇

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The role of health visitors cannot be understated and yet their work is often overlooked. @iHealthVisiting 's survey shows a workforce under extreme pressure. We need a fully funded workforce plan with a focus on children to ensure every child has the #beststart in life @DHSCgovuk

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This is shocking and absolutely not good enough.

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3 days of food for 1 family... Just not good enough.

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Our #StateOfChildHealth 2020 report is out now. For many measures of children’s health, progress has stalled—or is in reverse. We’re in danger of failing a generation due to preventable problems. Read more then visit our interactive site:

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Today we are calling on the UK Government to finally implement mandatory guidelines on the amount of sugar and salt that baby food can contain, and stop kicking this much needed policy change down the road. @SteveBarclay #ShiftTheDial Read more 👇

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We’re pleased to launch the new Paediatric Early Warning System (PEWS) tool with @NHSEngland and @theRCN today. Paediatric teams in England can start thinking about how they can smoothly transition towards PEWS and embed it in their trusts. 👉

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Following today's AGM, we are delighted to formally welcome Dr Camilla Kingdon as President of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health.

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Huge congratulations to @MarcusRashford on your MBE. Your hard work to highlight the needs of vulnerable children has been crucial, and we're proud to be a part of the free school meals campaign alongside you

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Congratulations @lauraamkelly , our next Chair of the Trainees' Committee! We wish you every success as you continue @HannahCJacob 's excellent work 👏 @rcpch_trainees

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The overall risk of children becoming severely ill or dying from Covid is extremely low, a new analysis of Covid infection data confirms.

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NEW: UK paediatricians publish case definition for illness affecting children during COVID-19 👉 #paediatrics

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"As a paediatrician every single winter RSV is a major problem." @RCPCHPresident in @EveningStandard We're calling on the Government to roll out an RSV immunisation programme ahead of next winter to protect children and reduce pressure on the NHS. 👇

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Ministers urged to act to stop babies being admitted to hospital unnecessarily

Government advisers recommended the rollout of an RSV jab in June.

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We stand with our colleagues at @iHealthVisiting . Health Visitors are vital for child health and families.

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Health visitors are crucial for families | Letters

Letters: Mental illness such as post-natal depression is helped by home visits from a specialist community public health nurse, writes Woody Caan

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We've responded to the Government's review of 20mph limits and low traffic neighbourhoods in England. Read our response:

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As paediatricians we strongly oppose the decision of the UK Government to make large-scale cuts to its global aid budget. This decision puts at risk the lives of children and will threaten decades of progress in some of the poorest parts of the world.

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Parents and carers: In case you've been unable to attend your baby's 6-8 week check because of COVID-19, we've put together some simple signs to look out for 👉 @iHealthVisiting #paediatrics

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Response to Grenfell Tower fire by @RCPCHPresident #GrenfellTower

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'Breastfeeding rates in this country are not nearly as good as they could be... We know that breastfeeding is one of the most important public health interventions and it costs nothing.' @CamillaKingdon

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Sugary baby foods could be a health timebomb, top doctor warns

Formula-fed babies are more likely to grow up obese and develop health problems, Dr Camilla Kingdon, the new president of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, said.

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Medicines for Children have developed a series of posters with QR codes for medicines commonly prescribed to children or for general advice. They offer quick access to our info for healthcare settings such as clinics or GP surgeries @MedsForChildren

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We’re calling on Government to take vital action on child health inequalities and poverty across the UK. With the number of children living in poverty expected to reach 5m by 2030, its time to #ShiftTheDial on child health:

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State of Child Health: One Year On is out today, revealing a mixed picture for child health in the UK. View the scorecards to find out how each nation compares on progress made against last year’s recommendations #childhealthmatters

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Air pollution is the single greatest environmental threat to public health in the UK, and disproportionately affects children, young people & more deprived communities. @RCPCHPresident 's joint letter in @thetimes - says @GovUK must go further and faster to tackle air pollution

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Too often children's needs are forgotten in policy making, or they fall through the gaps of departmental priorities. That's why we want to see a Cabinet Level Minister for Children. Thanks to Baroness D'Souza for raising this important issue in Parliament this week.

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“We are all really worried about what we’re already seeing, and really worried about what might be coming." Important piece by @michaelsavage , featuring our Officer for Mental Health Dr Karen Street.

Doctors fear new child mental health crisis in UK, made worse by Covid

Surge in cases expected as schools reopen and charities report 70% rise in demand for services

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We are very pleased and proud to share that @RCPCH_TA (Dr David Evans) has been awarded an MBE in the New Year's honours list. Congratulations from all at RCPCH.

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At RCPCH we stand with @MarcusRashford and we support his campaign to make the government think again on the provision of free school meal vouchers for children this summer. Statement 👇👇👇

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Our infectious disease lead @lizWWyld responds to reporting on numbers of Paediatric Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome (PIMS) cases:

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As we emerge from the first wave, we're calling for a rapid review of the impact on children and young people. The 'collateral damage' has been significant. Where possible, children should be protected from additional disruption during any second wave.

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Children need back-to-school plan urgently, doctors tell Johnson

Unprecedented letter from paediatricians says further delay will put life chances at risk

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Medicines for Children have developed a series of posters displaying QR codes for medicines commonly prescribed to children or for general advice. Offering quick access to share our info in healthcare settings such as clinics or GP surgeries

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. @devisridhar "I worry about increased child abuse and children losing access to supportive environments outside the household, such as schools and recreational programmes; more kids falling into poverty and going hungry; the loss of education and teacher interaction"

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COVID-19, global governance and the impact on children

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With @GOSHCharity and @SparksCharity we are excited to announce @DrCBattersby as the winner for the Simon Newell Early Independent Researcher award. Find out more:

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📢 NEW—advice to help new parents during the pandemic, signposting when and where to seek help for babies aged three months and under. Traffic light posters for each UK nation available in English and Welsh: @rcgp @iHealthVisiting @BAPM_Official

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We welcome today's announcement by Deputy Chief Medical Officer Jenny Harries. "Now we have more evidence we can be more specific about risk, and it is likely that in future very few children will have to shield" You can find our guidance here:

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“For paediatricians, child health inequalities are impossible to miss. It’s in the asthma that won’t go away from poor quality damp housing, the destructive impact of food insecurity, poor dental health, or low birth weight." - @CamillaKingdon Read more 👇👀 #ShiftTheDial

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Paediatricians have called on the UK’s new prime minister, @trussliz , to take urgent action to tackle rising child inequalities and poverty amid the ongoing crisis affecting the cost of living @RCPCHtweets

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Most children don't become seriously ill with COVID. A very small number have developed PIMS, an unusual condition that seems to be linked to the virus. Our updated guide for parents and carers is based on the latest evidence: #paediatrics

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"None of us who treat children would ever abandon a dying child and, wherever possible, we would make sure they were with those who have loved and cared for them.” Our President Russell Viner has written about child deaths due to Covid-19. Statement:

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Our interactive tool Spotting the Sick Child has been revolutionised and updated with the latest information by a team of expert clinicians to ensure its relevance to today's clinical practice. Helping you assess acutely sick children. Find out more:

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We are delighted to announce this year's PAFTA winners, recognising paediatric achievements across the UK. 🥳

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Sir Michael Marmot delivers the first keynote of #RCPCH24 on health inequalities in children and young people.

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Huge respect to @MarcusRashford for standing up for children and families. No child should ever go hungry #EndChildFoodPoverty

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For the millions who don’t have the platform to be heard... 🗣 #ENDCHILDFOODPOVERTY

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New module for the Safeguarding Children and Young People programme: Looked After Children. Helping you to recognise legislation related to looked after children and be confident in your knowledge of consent.

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Our #StateOfChildHealth 2020 report is out. We call on the UK Government to: 1) Reduce child health inequalities 2) Prioritise public health, prevention and early intervention 3) Build and strengthen local, cross-sector services Explore the site:

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Today we’re launching our #FacingTheFuture Emergency Care Standards... These ensure the best care is provided for children and young people in emergency and urgent care settings. Our thread below has the info you need 👇 & read the full report here:

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RCPCH statement in response to CMOs advice regarding offering COVID-19 vaccination to all 12-15 year olds:

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How should we measure children's wellbeing? This is what young people told @FamilyGateway #UKPoverty #childhealthmatters

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Remember—if your child is unwell, seek advice and medical attention. If you need help, please see our posters for advice 👇

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📢 Updated guidance for parents/carers during coronavirus—new posters available for England, Scotland, Wales (en/cy), and Northern Ireland:

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As part of our winter planning, we're supporting members with recommendations in anticipation of a rise of bronchiolitis and lower respiratory infections in infants and children. Full details here:

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The RCPCH have been commissioned by @NHS_HealthEdEng to produce a curriculum for Advanced Clinical Practitioners (ACPs). If you are an ACP or ACP employer, you can take part in the consultation here:

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RCPCH joins a growing coalition of medical and healthcare organisations in declaring a climate emergency. 🌍🌏🌍🌏 Our commitments 👇 🌿 Greener organisation 💹 Ethical investment policy 👩‍🎓 Accelerate research and policy 🤝 Alliances

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Our annual conference, due to take place on 28-30 April, will be postponed. As health professionals our first duty is to our patients, and it is likely that all of us will be operating under some additional strain in the coming months. Details:

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We are concerned about what the abolition of PHE means for child health, vital research, and long term preventative work. Lots of vital activity is now effectively homeless. Our Officer for Health Improvement @maxdavie responds 👇👇👇

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RCPCH responds to JCVI advice regarding children and COVID-19 vaccination:

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"Most doctors are so overwhelmed with the pressures of the NHS that they feel unable to change the system around them." Our President @russellviner and @RCPLondon President @bodgoddard in today's @thetimes 👇👇👇

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This is a really important message. Please do go for vaccination appointments. It's one of the most vital things we can do to stay safe and healthy. 👇👇👇

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The NHS is urging the public to get essential vaccines, despite the coronavirus outbreak. Regular vaccination appointments should be attended to prevent serious diseases and reduce pressure on the health service. #HelpUsHelpYou .

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We're pleased to announce that @russellviner has been elected as next RCPCH President. He will take up the role on 14 March. New VP for Education & Professional Development is @camillakingdon , starting July 2018.

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Parents and carers: you can use either paracetamol or ibuprofen to treat symptoms of fever or pain related to COVID-19. Full guidance here:

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Thank you Baroness Merron for highlighting the current enormous pressures child health services face and our call for ringfenced funding for paediatrics in the urgent and emergency care recovery fund @UKHouseofLords . Children & young people's health must be a cross-party priority

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New: Paediatricians warn that child services must be protected as part of COVID-19 winter planning Spike in non-Covid respiratory illness + second surge + exhausted workforce = big challenges ahead. Position statement 👇👇👇

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We’re delighted to award Professor Andrew Bush the James Spence Medal 2024! Huge congratulations and thanks for your outstanding contribution to paediatrics. #RCPCH24

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Today we joined with leading medical bodies to condemn the Government’s plan to detain refugee children because we know it could cause horrific harm to their physical and mental health with lifelong consequences. #TogetherWithRefugees

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As paediatricians, we fully appreciate parents might worry about the news on higher levels of #GroupStrepA - This is a very common bacteria that can be treated with antibiotics, and serious complications from the infection are rare. See more info here:

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It's important that we stick together through tough times, especially in the months ahead. That's why we're curating a list to connect the #paediatrics community through COVID and beyond. Subscribe to stay connected on all things paediatrics:

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Thank you to Sir Michael Marmot for a sobering, challenging but inspiring keynote to kick off #RCPCH24 . He ends with a challenge to the next UK Government - on day one put equity in health at the heart of government policy.

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Children living in poverty are more likely to have poorer health outcomes including low birth weight, poor physical health & mental health problems. We urge all political parties to make tackling child poverty central to their general election manifestos.

‘I only eat once a day’: life under the UK two-child benefits cap

One woman tells how the limit, which Labour has said it will keep, has affected her and her five children

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📢Think measles! This poster sets out the symptoms to look out for and steps to take. Download our poster and share with your networks, or promote awareness throughout your clinical settings: @rcgp

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Children's urgent and emergency care has been under unparalleled pressure. @RCPCHPresident spoke at #RCEMCrisisSummit today about the impact on children and what is needed to address the crisis, including greater investment in the paediatric emergency workforce.

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We know the debate around schools is extremely fraught and comes at a very difficult time. We're asking for a balanced approach, and a serious plan to help children and young people recover from a horrendous year. Statement from Prof Russell Viner 👇

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Parents urged to stay up-to-date with children's vaccinations

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Parents urged to stay up-to-date with children's vaccinations

Vaccinations are continuing as normal while jabs given in school are being rescheduled.

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