Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 27/03/2026“The growing emphasis on online and digital spaces has made childhood an even more challenging period for parents to navigate....guidance is a much welcome resource to help parents protect those short, but developmentally crucial early years." Our VP for Policy Dr Mike McKean in The Times today 👇 031
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 18/03/2026Following the outbreak of meningococcal disease (meningitis and septicaemia) in Kent, we've published a briefing page with information made available by the UK Health Security Agency. We'll keep this up to date in line with the latest government information. www.rcpch.ac.uk/resources/ou... 084
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 12/03/2026Scotland’s paediatricians know better than anyone that children cannot wait. RCPCH Scotland members please add your name to our letter to show candidates that child health must be a priority in the next Parliament! rcpch.eaction.org.uk/ScotlandsChi... #PrescriptionForChangercpch.eaction.org.ukScotland’s Children Cannot Wait 020
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 10/03/2026We’re seeking an Independent Chair of our Board of Trustees to provide strategic leadership and strong governance as we deliver our 2024–27 strategy and oversee our vision for paediatrics and child health. Find out more: jobs.theguardian.com/job/10039575...jobs.theguardian.comChair of the Board of Trustees - UK-based with national and international engagement job with Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) | 10039575Lead strategic governance for a major paediatrics charity, driving impact and inclusion with flexible commitment. 000
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 31/01/2026RCPCH Officer Dr Helen Stewart in The Times today sharing her experiences of treating measles outbreaks across the country - and stressing the urgent need to reverse the decline in childhood vaccination rates. 👇 3106
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 30/01/2026Yesterday the Health and Social Care Committee presented its report on the First 1000 Days to Parliament. Thanks to Paulette Hamilton MP and the Committee for taking up our calls to Government for our child health workforce strategy 👇 051
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 27/01/2026RCPCH Officer Professor Andrew Rowland appeared on BBC Breakfast yesterday to discuss the thousands of children currently waiting for NHS community care. You can read more on the story on BBC News: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... 031
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 22/01/2026Today the Health and Social Care Committee published its report on "The First 1,000 Days: a renewed focus" RCPCH's Dr Helen Stewart spoke on BBC Radio 4’s Today Programme about the report's recommendations, particularly the vital role health visitors play in improving childhood vaccination uptake. 100
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 19/01/2026Last week we hosted a workshop in Northern Ireland for members to discuss workforce issues unique to the region. Thanks to everyone who participated in the positive discussions with lots of takeaways for future advocacy work. 020
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 16/01/2026Our 2026 St David’s Day Conference takes place on 26 February at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff! Join expert sessions, take advantage of new networking opportunities and explore what’s new in child health across Wales. Register now: www.rcpch.ac.uk/news-events/... 000
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 14/01/2026RCPCH Scotland responds to the Scottish Budget 2026–27. There are welcome steps, such as the rise in the Scottish Child Payment, but this budget still falls short of the transformative change children and young people need. Read our response: www.rcpch.ac.uk/news-events/... 120
Reposted by Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH)Obesity Health Alliance @oha-updates.bsky.social · 05/01/2026Today is a big moment for child health as the Less Healthy Advertising Regulations come into force across TV and online media - a long-standing priority for the Obesity Health Alliance. Our Executive Director Katharine Jenner responds ⬇️ 1/2 145
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 02/01/2026We welcome the news that a new pilot will see health visitors support families to access vaccinations. With the roll out of the chickenpox vaccine, these are important steps to ensure all children are protected from preventable diseases. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukChildren from struggling families to be offered jabs at homeThe scheme is being tested in some areas of England as part of a government plan to prioritise children's health. 051
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 05/12/2025We welcome the UK Government's Child Poverty Strategy with measures to lift thousands of children out of poverty. But to raise healthiest generation of children ever it will need to go further - to ensure no child grows up in poverty. Our response: www.rcpch.ac.uk/news-events/... 050
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 27/11/2025The two child limit has been scrapped! We’re delighted to see the Chancellor remove this policy which has kept thousands of children in poverty – harming their health and wellbeing. Read our full response to the Autumn Budget: www.rcpch.ac.uk/news-events/... 092
Reposted by Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH)Obesity Health Alliance @oha-updates.bsky.social · 25/11/2025🔥 Hot Off the Press - Soft Drinks Industry Levy to be Expanded to Protect Children and Boost Nation’s Health 🔥 The levy will now cover sugary milk-based drinks and lowers the sugar threshold from 5g to 4.5g per 100ml. Read the press release here ➡️ www.gov.uk/government/n...gov.ukSoft drink levy extended to protect children and improve healthThe government has announced an extension of the soft drinks industry levy to more high-sugar drinks, including milk-based drinks. 1164
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 17/11/2025With a rise in flu cases among children this winter, we’ve updated our guidance for hospitals managing children with viral respiratory infections. It outlines best practice for infection preventions and protecting vulnerable children. Read the guidance: www.rcpch.ac.uk/resources/gu... 032
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 13/11/2025Paediatricians have repeatedly raised alarm about the impact of rising rates of child poverty on children’s health. If the government is serious about raising the healthiest generation it must tackle child poverty - starting by ending the two-child limit. 👇 021
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 12/11/2025Paediatricians are seeing high rates of flu among children this winter. Flu can cause serious illness and lead to hospitalisation, even in otherwise healthy children. We are urging parents to get their child vaccinated – share our new factsheet to support families 👇 www.rcpch.ac.uk/resources/fl... 177
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 07/11/2025“Doing nothing is not an option. More children will come to hospital for urgent care and we will continue putting sticking plasters on sticking plasters.” Our President Prof Steve Turner in the The Times today speaking about our calls for the upcoming 10 Year Workforce Plan. 👇 043
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 07/11/2025Today we submitted our response to the 10-Year Workforce Plan call for evidence. With rising demand and a stretched workforce, this is a vital opportunity to invest in the paediatric workforce and improve outcomes for children and young people. Read our submission: www.rcpch.ac.uk/resources/10... 021
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 30/10/2025The November RCPCH Safety eBulletin is coming soon! This edition features learning from Serious Hazards of Transfusion (SHOT) programme — and how we can make transfusions safer for children. Members: check your email settings to stay in the loop! 🔗 safety.rcpch.ac.uk/safety-ebull... 010
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 08/10/2025Our Officer for Health Improvement, Dr Helen Stewart, highlights how cutting gluten-free prescriptions for children with coeliac disease exposes deeper issues of rising child poverty, with some families unable to afford a healthy, balanced diet. #ShiftTheDial 👇 www.independent.co.uk/news/health/...independent.co.ukNHS suggests coeliac children use food banks as doctors blast ‘cruel’ cutsClinicians warn of ‘shocking levels of ignorance’ over ‘cruel and risky’ decision to cut gluten-free prescriptions 030
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 02/10/2025“Children are being treated as second-rate citizens in the eyes of NHS funding.” RCPCH President Prof Steve Turner highlights how our joint Emergency Care Standards aim to reshape urgent care for children making safe, timely care a reality for every child. 👇 www.independent.co.uk/news/health/...independent.co.ukNHS slammed for treating children who need A&E care as ‘second-rate citizens’Many emergency departments lack the infrastructure to meet the growing needs of child patients, the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health said 174
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 01/10/2025We welcome plans to scrap the ineffective and unjust two child limit. To truly achieve the Government’s goal of creating the healthiest generation of children ever, the two child limit must be scrapped entirely. www.theguardian.com/society/2025...theguardian.comRachel Reeves to lift two-child benefit cap in November budgetExclusive: Officials exploring options to change rule that affected 1.7 million children in Great Britain last year 042
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 30/09/2025RCPCH President Professor Steve Turner on our joint panel today with @barnardos.org.uk and @thekingsfund.bsky.social on how to raise the healthiest generation of children ever. #Lab25 032
Reposted by Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH)Royal College of Physicians @rcphysicians.bsky.social · 30/09/2025Today we hosted a joint session at #Lab25 with @rcpch.bsky.social, about addressing #airquality. Our panel discussed the negative impacts of #airquality across our life course, the need for stronger regulation and a UK-wide public health campaign about the health impacts of air pollution. 131
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 30/09/2025Our VP for Policy Dr Mike McKean speaking this morning about the impacts of air pollution on children’s health on our joint panel “Every breath counts: Action on air quality” with @rcphysicians.bsky.social at #Lab25 054
Reposted by Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH)Royal College of Physicians @rcphysicians.bsky.social · 29/09/2025Tomorrow, with @rcpch.bsky.social, we’re hosting a joint session ‘Every Breath Counts – Action on Air Quality’ where our panel will consider how national and local government can tackle poor #airquality. 👉Learn more and join the discussion: ow.ly/zX5950X3xwSow.lyEvery breath counts: Action on air qualityJoin our panel session as we consider how national and local government can take action on air quality and improve the health of the public. 001
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 19/09/2025This week we wrote to the Times to reaffirm the calls from child health and child protection professionals to end physical punishment. The evidence is clear. We continue to urge the government to remove the ‘reasonable punishment’ defence and protect every child from harm. 031
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 19/09/2025The #ChildHealthWorkforceAlliance brings 25 leading health-focused organisations together to help build a workforce for the healthiest generation of children ever. Find out how government can make child health a priority in its NHS workforce plan: www.rcpch.ac.uk/news-events/... 020
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 19/09/2025United to improve paediatric patient safety, RCPCH and NIHR SafetyNet held a great webinar exploring the WHO priorities with nearly 200 people. We invite you to participate in the partnership, watch the recording and express interest here: www.rcpch.ac.uk/resources/pa... 033
Reposted by Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH)Clean Air Fund @cleanairfund.bsky.social · 17/09/2025In Manchester, Dr Alice Willson is helping protect children from dirty air. As a @rcpch.bsky.social Clinical Fellow, she’s created tools to educate families & policymakers on #AirPollution, shaping national conversations on clean air & kids’ health. Learn more: bit.ly/46ltRKj 031
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 15/09/2025Last chance to register for our webinar on Wednesday 17 September, 1–2pm, marking WHO’s World Patient Safety Day 2025. Join Dr Peter Lachman and Dr Cally Feather as we launch a new partnership between NIHR SafetyNet and RCPCH: www.rcpch.ac.uk/news-events/... 000
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 09/09/2025Next week, join the RCPCH/NIHR SafetyNet webinar on responding to challenges in paediatric patient safety, and plans for co-designed research and improvement priority setting 📆17 Sept 1-2pm Sign up: www.rcpch.ac.uk/news-events/... 002
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 08/09/2025AI, data and digital innovation are transforming paediatrics. At #DigitalPaediatrics2025, you’ll hear first-hand how technology is shaping safer, smarter healthcare for children. 📍Millennium Point, Birmingham - or join online. 👉 Register now: www.rcpch.ac.uk/news-events/... 011
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 04/09/2025“Paediatricians are very clear that children or teenagers do not need energy drinks.” RCPCH welcomes plans to ban energy drink sales to under-16s, with RCPCH President Professor Steve Turner calling it a sensible step to improve children’s diets and health. 👇 www.itv.com/news/2025-09...itv.com 031
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 04/09/2025Each year, RCPCH Global Operations team welcomes paediatric clinicians from low & middle-income countries as part of Visiting Fellowship Scheme. Read about moments that inspired some of this year’s fellows & lesson they’ll carry forward into their careers: www.rcpch.ac.uk/membership/m... 010
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 03/09/2025We support NHS England’s ambition to improve conditions for resident doctors through its new 10-point plan. It’s a vital first step, but meaningful progress will only come through consistent delivery and monitoring. Read more here: www.rcpch.ac.uk/news-events/... 011
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 03/09/2025Digital Paediatrics 2025 will be held on 5 November. Attend in Birmingham or online to hear from Microsoft UK’s Umang Patel, SickKids’ Devin Singh, Google, NHS transformation and the Guy’s AI team. Secure your place today: www.rcpch.ac.uk/news-events/... 000
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 02/09/2025Calling all RCPCH members. We’ve got two exciting Trustee roles open and we’re looking for passionate, strategic thinkers to help lead the College through our 2024–27 strategy. Apply by 10 October, 12:00 www.rcpch.ac.uk/get-involved... 021
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 28/08/2025Our Climate Change Officer spoke to the BBC about the serious health risks hot homes pose to children. We continue to urge the Government and the housing sector to address the urgent need for safer housing conditions. Read more: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukHalf of children in England live in homes at risk of overheatingSome five million children - over half of those in England - are living in homes at risk of overheating. 026
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 22/08/2025Our Officer for Health Services, Dr Ronny Cheung, spoke on Good Morning Britain about the Govt’s new voluntary guidelines to cut the eye-wateringly high sugar & salt in baby food. A welcome step - but not enough. We need mandatory limits to truly protect children’s health. #EarlyYearsNutrition 021
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 21/08/202581% of parents in England with young children say physical punishment is unacceptable. We continue to urge the Government to listen to families, professionals and the public and finally #EndPhysicalPunishment Read our response to @nspcc.bsky.social latest data: www.rcpch.ac.uk/news-events/... 033
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 15/08/2025From all of us at the College, wishing a very happy 75th birthday to our patron, HRH the Princess Royal. 010
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 12/08/2025A new episode of The Paeds Round is out now. Professor Sir Andrew Pollard joins Dr Emma Lim and Dr Christo Tsilifis to explore how preventing infectious diseases could transform child health and the NHS. Listen now: learning.rcpch.ac.uk/home/podcast... 032
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 08/08/2025Our Officer for Health Improvement, Dr Helen Stewart, spoke to @bigissue.com about the rise of measles and our new report with @cpaguk.bsky.social which revealed how poverty is driving missed appointments and worsening child health. Read more here: www.bigissue.com/news/social-...bigissue.comWhy measles and whooping cough are on the rise again in the UKThe vast majority of paediatricians in the UK have seen children's health getting worse as a result of poverty. 042
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 06/08/2025To mark #WorldPatientSafetyDay 2025, we've joined forces with @nihrpsrcs.bsky.social to host a webinar exploring challenges in paediatric safety and how we respond to them. Wed, 17 Sept at 1–2pm Sign up: www.rcpch.ac.uk/news-events/... 021
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 04/08/2025Our clinical fellow Dr Alice Wilson sat down with @thelancet.com to talk about RCPCH’s recent report urging action from clinicians and policymakers to address housing and air pollution in order to protect children’s health. Read more here (paywall): www.thelancet.com/journals/lan...thelancet.comRCPCH report on Clean Air ClinicsA new report by the UK's Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) calls on clinicians, clinical services, and the government to tackle poor housing and air pollution to improve children's... 020
Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (RCPCH) @rcpch.bsky.social · 01/08/2025“I think that there is a gap, as there often is with plans, between the vision and the reality.” RCPCH President Professor Steve Turner joined the BMJ to share his key reflections on the Government’s 10-Year Health Plan. 100