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Growing evidence linking indoor air pollution and respiratory problems in children

28 January 2020

A joint report by RCPCH and the Royal College of Physicians suggests we need to do more to improve the quality of our indoor air.

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The inside story: Health effects of indoor air quality on children and young people

Children in the UK spend more and more of their lives indoors, and the health impact of the air within our homes and schools must be taken seriously. This report is based on a systematic review of the science of indoor pollution, and conversations with children, young people and families. We make re...

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Prisons report is shocking and appalling, says RCPCH

21 January 2020

Peter Clarke, the chief inspector of prisons, has called for a “major overhaul” of the policy of separating children in young offender institutions. We support this call and we condemn unacceptable practices such as solitary confinement and the use of restraints.

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RCPCH welcomes Northern Ireland Deal

10 January 2020

Dr Raymond Nethercott, Officer for Ireland at RCPCH welcomes the New Decade, New Approach deal and the political parties’ commitment to prioritising health.

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Time for urgent action on air quality, says RCPCH

10 January 2020

The College warns that air pollution is the single greatest environmental threat to public health in the UK, and that it disproportionately affects children, young people, and more deprived communities. Our calls include the expansion of clean air zones in towns and cities, bringing forward our comm...

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Our view on air pollution and the climate emergency

10 January 2020

The UK has environmental problems which are contributing to and exacerbated by climate change - a serious threat to future generations. Jo explains how the College is playing its role to speak up on behalf of young people.

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State of Child Health - about

Our landmark report. published in March 2020 as a microsite with some updates in spring 2021, provides a snapshot of infant, children and young people's physical and mental health, bringing together available data across the UK.

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The political landscape has shifted: Time now for action on health commitments

18 December 2019

Our President Russell Viner reflects on last week’s UK General Election result and shares some early thoughts about what it means for the NHS, our members, and children and young people.

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BPSU study - Clinical characteristics of children with pneumococcal meningitis

BPSU surveillance of the clinical characteristics of children with pneumococcal meningitis is due to commence in January 2020. This study will estimate the incidence of childhood pneumococcal meningitis in the era of pneumococcal conjugate vaccines; describe symptoms and signs at presentation; descr...

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Ending the sale of energy drinks to children - consultation response

In 2018 we responded to the Department of Health and Social Care consultation on ending the sale of energy drinks to children as part of the ‘Childhood obesity: a plan for action’. We support a ban on the sale of energy drinks to children and young people.

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