BPSU

The British Paediatric Surveillance Unit was launched in 1986. The Unit facilitates research into rare childhood conditions and disorders.

[RCPCH @RCPCHtweets]

This week! What clinicians need to know about ARFID.
Join this expert-led RCPCH–BPSU webinar addressing frequently asked questions on Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder.

14 Jan | 12.00-13.00

🔗 https://t.co/29iweB1tj4

[BPSU @theBPSU]

The December BPSU monthly eCard has now been sent out. If you’re a participating paediatrician, please check your inbox and submit any cases for this month’s surveillance. Reporting plays a crucial role in improving understanding of rare paediatric conditions. #BPSURareDisease

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The @RCPCHtweets Winter Milestones features an excellent update from Dr Peter Davis, Chair of the BPSU Scientific Committee, on the impact of rare disease surveillance in child health.
📖 Read the feature: https://t.co/6gGFwMVLUi

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The November BPSU monthly eCard has now been sent out. If you’re a participating paediatrician, please check your inbox and submit any cases for this month’s surveillance. Reporting plays a crucial role in improving understanding of rare paediatric conditions.
#BPSURareDisease

[BPSU @theBPSU]

BPSU October eReporting reminder
Please take a moment to respond to your eReporting card — your reports directly support national surveillance of rare paediatric conditions.
Every response matters. Thank you for your crucial contributions to child health research. #RareDisease

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🎙️ New podcast!
The BPSU study on “progressive intellectual & neurological deterioration in UK kids” is now featured on the DMCN Journal podcast with Professor Chris M. Verity.

Listen here → https://t.co/UoyLqIKYXp

#ChildNeurology #RareDisease #Epidemiology #BPSU

[BPSU @theBPSU]

The October BPSU monthly eCard has been sent out.
If you’re a participating paediatrician, please check your inbox and report any cases for this month’s surveillance.

Your reports make a vital difference in improving understanding of rare conditions.

#BPSU #RareDiseases

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Planning to apply for our Sir Peter Tizard Bursary?

We have extended our deadline by one week! Be sure to get your applications in by end of day on Monday 27th October.

To find out more:

https://t.co/CJ9bRpL9Sd

[BPSU @theBPSU]

Thank you to those who attended our Sir Peter Tizard Bursary webinar yesterday. If you weren't able to attend, you can watch the recording online. The deadline to submit your application is Monday 20th October. Please reach out with any questions.

https://t.co/I75B0Q2PoK

[BPSU @theBPSU]

Our webinar exploring how to apply for the Sir Peter Tizard Bursary is taking place at 12.30 today. If you didn't get a chance to register, but still want to join please use this link. Hope to see you there! https://t.co/bJy6npZzQn

[BPSU @theBPSU]

Interested in applying for our Sir Peter Tizard Bursary? Join us tomorrow on 16th September 30th September at 12.30pm to hear our Chair Dr Peter Davis on how to create a successful application to conduct a fully funded research study through the BPSU

https://t.co/wmCMQhHZV3

[BPSU @theBPSU]

A BPSU study has been published in the Archives of Disease in Childhood, examining the incidence and causes of severe accidental poisoning in children under 15 in the UK and Republic of Ireland.

To read the full article please click visit:
🔗https://t.co/TVZ6sCrwgP

[BPSU @theBPSU]

Find out more about the Sir Peter Tizard Bursary in this news piece.

https://t.co/a695b72hAR

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Once again we are inviting trainee paediatricians and newly qualified consultants to apply for the annual British Paediatric Surveillance Unit's Sir Peter Tizard Bursary - offering a fully funded study opportunity and a stipend towards training needs.
https://t.co/5kTNFLjai0

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How has a UK initiative reshaped rare disease research for children worldwide?🌍

In this short interview from #RCPCH25, our Chair Dr Peter Davis spoke to @PaediatricVJ and explained how the BPSU became a global model for paediatric surveillance.

🎥https://t.co/BmcZpNShRU

[BPSU @theBPSU]

Today is #RareDiseaseDay2025 - an opportunity to raise awareness of the challenges faced by patients with rare conditions. Find out more about how we're helping.

https://t.co/OGfnUalUUL

[RCPCH @RCPCHtweets]

Rheumatic fever still affects children today. Join experts to explore its impact and management: https://t.co/aZQhHtsVTI
#RCPCHLearning

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The BPSU is recruiting for its Scientific Committee! Are you interested in supporting our work?

We are looking to appoint a Committee Member, a Trainee Representative, and Patient and Public Representative.

To find out more: https://t.co/5PLwVkbItQ

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On Friday we are hosting a BPSU-RCPCH webinar on Acute Rheumatic Fever.

In this webinar, Dr Tom Parks and the panel will discuss the BPSU study and provide a refresher on Strep A disease and post-infectious disease. Sign up here

https://t.co/VeWKP90X8k

[BPSU @theBPSU]

Our new study on Rapid-onset obesity with hypoventilation, hypothalamic dysfunction and autonomic dysregulation (ROHHAD) is now conducting active surveillance, starting with our current card. For more information please visit https://t.co/HBxudeMpyC