UK professional body for child health and paediatric training
A new analysis by the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health finds that child health outcomes across 12 indicators have worsened or stalled in England, with disparities hitting ethnic minorities and deprived areas hardest. The report urges explicit targets, better data, and long-term investment to improve outcomes.
Health Secretary has announced plans to treat e-cigarettes like tobacco, moving them behind counters and removing displays in shops, airports and duty-free zones. The move aims to curb youth vaping while acknowledging vapes’ role in helping adults quit smoking.