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Digital health

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How you can help shape the sector - President's update

9 April 2026

Steve reflects on the growing national conversation surrounding children's digital lives in this blog, and invites members to share their views about online harms. Plus a reminder to complete our membership survey.

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�鶹��ý welcomes screen time guidance for under-5s

27 March 2026

The government has published new guidance to support parents on screen time for children under five.

Resource

Digital Health Hub: Transforming paediatric services through digital innovation

The �鶹��ý Digital Health Hub, launched in 2026, is exclusive to College members, and will provide access to a catalogue of digital solutions, practical learning pathways and expert guidance.

Digital health

Membership

News

Shining a light on child health progress - President's update

23 February 2026

In this edition, Steve shares important policy wins, workforce and service priorities, and new resources for members alongside opportunities to get involved and amplify your voice for children and young people.

News

�鶹��ý update on screen time and online harms

19 January 2026

�鶹��ý President, Professor Steve Turner, has joined leading doctors in a letter to government as concerns of the impact on children and young people's physical and mental health both from excessive screen time as well as exposure to harmful online content grow.

Document

Screen time and online harms: resources for members

This page brings together key resources on screen time and online harms to help inform conversations with families and guide clinical practice across the UK. We will continue to monitor developments and update these resources as new guidance emerges.

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Health policy

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Why Wales needs a digital revolution in child health

21 November 2025

Outdated, fragmented systems are holding back child health services in Wales. It’s time for a digital transformation that puts children first writes �鶹��ý Wales Health Board Integration lead, Dr Saurabh Patwhardhan.

Event

St David's Day Conference 2026

26 February 2026

Cardiff

Hosted by �鶹��ý Wales in partnership with trainees from across Wales, this event offered expert insights, engaging discussions and networking opportunities. Our theme was "Paediatrics and Child Health in the Digital Era" and we heard about innovative projects such as digital growth charts, the Y Ty ...

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Digital growth charts

Continuing professional development

Senedd election 2026

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Digital Paediatrics 2025 - programme

In early November 2025, we hosted our first event focused on advancing child health through technology. The day featured presentations from leading technology companies and NHS digital innovators, showcasing how digital solutions are transforming paediatric care.

Digital health

Continuing professional development

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�鶹��ý provides evidence to COVID-19 Inquiry on behalf of paediatric workforce

8 October 2025

Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (�鶹��ý) President, Professor Steve Turner, will provide evidence on the impact of the pandemic on children, young people and their health services.