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Data needs a good story

18 March 2024

Dr Nick Wilkinson, RCPCH Wales Officer reflects on his experiences of what makes ‘good’ data in his monthly blog.

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Supporting members with our new 'hub' on developing a clinical guideline

15 March 2024

We are delighted to launch a new clinical guideline web resource for paediatricians and colleagues across the child health workforce who may need to develop a clinical guideline in their specialty area.

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Trainees taking the lead at our St David's Day Conference

7 March 2024

Dr Matthew Spencer led a group of enthusiastic paediatric trainees to deliver the RCPCH Wales St David’s Day Conference last week in Cardiff. The RCPCH Wales team asked Matt (pictured) a few questions about his experience before and on the day and if he had any advice for next year's organiser.

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Welsh children left ‘worried and waiting’ as paediatric waiting lists soar by 62% since 2016

20 February 2024

Paediatricians in Wales are calling for urgent action from Government after a new report shows huge demand and disproportionately long waits for crucial children’s health services.

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It's time to examine the data on paediatric waiting times (and healthcare expenditure) in Wales

20 February 2024

Dr Nick Wilkinson, RCPCH Officer for Wales, has always been interested in data. But sometimes, data doesn't tell the full story or needs a closer look. As we publish our new report on paediatric waiting times in Wales, it's time to challenge how we spend on healthcare and to call on the government t...

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Greetings from Kerala - President's blog

26 January 2024

Camilla writes her latest message from the 61st annual conference of the Indian Academy of Pediatrics, where she has led on talks on empowering women in child health Ģ��Ƶ roles. There's been a full day of talks on vaccines and this is a good reminder for all members to "Think measles". Plus, a...

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Paediatricians welcome the inclusion of health inequalities in the Welsh Government Child Poverty Strategy

23 January 2024

Today (23 January) the Welsh Government has published its Child Poverty Strategy 2024.

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Fresh beginnings or just another year...

22 January 2024

In his first blog of the year for RCPCH, Dr Nick Wilkinson, Officer for Wales, explores change, long-term health outcomes, political landscape and, of course, secret stashes of chocolates.

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National Clinical Impact Awards - the updated nominal roll announced for 2022 round

16 January 2024

National Clinical Impact Awards have been announced by the Department of Health and Social Care and the updated nominal roll have been published on DHSC website, including those awarded in 2022 round.

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New Year Honours 2024

30 December 2023

The New Year Honours list has been announced celebrating contributions to supporting children and young people from across the country.