Please read our joint press release with NHS England on feeding parents in hospital. Plus also the link to the BBC Breakfast interview this morning. So proud to be making the changes Sophie wanted. sophieslegacy.co.uk/post/sophie-s-…

Take part in Ribbon Run during Baby Loss Awareness Week in October. Raise funds by completing 5, 10 or 15k on Saturday 12 October. Help us continue to support those affected by baby loss because the love never ends 🩷💙 Walk, run or jog 5, 10 or 15k in October #SandsRibbonRun

Today marks the start of the RSV vaccination programme in England, Wales and Northern Ireland. This is a welcome move to help reduce the adverse health impacts associated with RSV infection in infants. Find our more our website: rcpch.ac.uk/resources/our-…

While I don’t wish to ignore the poor experiences adults have faced in our emergency care system (pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/39084692/) I’m grateful that it’s now recognised children’s experiences have been steadily declining and we need to re-focus & re-prioritise. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

Lord Darzi's report today reveals that more than 100,000 infants up to 2 were left waiting for more than 6 hours in A&E in England last year. We warned about this 2 yrs ago on ITV News in an exclusive analysis by Nuffield Trust & Damian Roland itv.com/news/2022-10-2…

‼️Support Our Call For A School Nurse in Every School - Sign the Petition‼️ chng.it/FSfpt9mT6W via Change.org UK Sharon White 💙OBE SCPHN SN RCM RN PHAffairs IHPE (Dr Michael Craig Watson - Trustee) The Queen's Nursing Institute College of Medicine The RCN Nursing in Practice 365 WeSchoolNurses 💙 BACCH iHV #ASchoolNurseInEverySchool

'The rates of suicide in nurses in England are estimated to be 23% higher than in the general population.' In this blog, Dr Pauline Milne MBE 💙, a Churchill Fellow, covers some findings from her research into suicide amongst nurses: buff.ly/3z9INyM #WorldSuicidePreventionDay

It’s been 63 years since suicide was decriminalised in the UK. But so many of us still use the term ‘commit suicide’. Why does it matter? Language that links suicide and crime can increase stigma and prevent people struggling with suicidal thoughts from speaking out. If we

A petition has been launched urging the government to ensure every school across the UK has a dedicated school nurse. Sharon White 💙OBE SCPHN SN RCM RN buff.ly/3MDLEmz

Children have been left behind, and are sicker than ever before. While adult waiting lists come down, children languish. #Darzi points out the problem, but we have solutions at RCPCH - read our Blueprint to transform CYP services rcpch.ac.uk/resources/tran….

"I've worked in the NHS for more than 30 years, but I've been shocked by what I've found during this investigation." Professor Lord Darzi's diagnosis of our NHS 👇 gov.uk/government/new…

Grateful for Rosamund Rosamund Adoo-KD CBE FBSA joining today's #AskAboutAsthma conference, reflecting on public perceptions of #asthma and the need to continue improving awareness around the impact of indoor and outdoor air pollution on lung health. transformationpartners.nhs.uk/askaboutasthma…

Lord Darzi review on the state of health services in England concluded that the service is in “serious trouble”. We welcome the spotlight on the current state of services and are keen to work with govt to create the healthiest generation of children ever. buff.ly/3TsUkA9

Lord Darzi’s report makes a sobering read, laying bare the challenges staff and patients are experiencing. The full report is well worth the read but if you’re struggling for time, CF have summarised the main points from the 159 page report ⤵️ carnallfarrar.com/darzi-investig…

Free school meals were a huge help to my family as a child, but I remember the embarrassment of having to queue in a separate line. By extending free school meals to all children in London’s state primary schools, we have helped remove that stigma. bigissue.com/news/social-ju…

It's day 5 of #AskAboutAsthma and we're focusing on children, young people and families. This is Ashley, from Saving Souls FC, talking about how asthma shouldn't hold you back at sports youtube.com/watch?v=s1MoY5… NHS London - BCYP team Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan London Sport 🌟 Kath Evans RGN RSCN 💙💛 Georgie

Extra🔉Podcast: Air Quality and asthma - young people's perspective - soundcloud.com/user-95072702-…… RCPCH_and_Us

Vaccinations play a key role in safeguarding your child's health at every stage, whether they're having a jab to protect against #Measles at 1 year or #HPV at 12 years. Contact your GP practice to book any catch-up doses. Find out more: nhs.uk/childhoodvacci… #MMR #vaccines

Its the end of #AskAboutAsthma 2024 and it may be a challenge but good asthma control is possible, and means no symptoms and no limitations. Check out this great video to see what young people said when asked ‘What does it mean to be living your best life?’

Huge thank you to Helin from the play team for updating the play board on Rainbow ward. Sickle cell awareness month and international chocolate day ! Great learning all round. #sharingknowledge#funfacts#paedsrocks😊🌈