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08/10/26
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‘Putting the mouth back into the body’: physicians urged to make oral health part of routine care

The latest issue of the RCP’s Future Healthcare Journal (FHJ) calls for oral health to be more closely integrated into medicine, highlighting its importance to prevention, diagnosis and the management of wider health conditions.
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08/10/26
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RCP welcomes UK government acceptance of National Commission recommendations on AI in healthcare

The Royal College of Physicians (RCP) has welcomed the UK government's response to the National Commission into the Regulation of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Healthcare.
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07/10/26
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Finding momentum: my journey into SAS leadership

Leadership is not always about having a clear plan. During SAS Week 2026, RCP SAS regional representative for the East Midlands Dr Laura Anthony reflects on finding momentum in her career, developing as a leader and advocating for the SAS workforce.
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06/10/26
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Royal college presidents unite to champion SAS doctors during SAS Week 2026

Presidents from four medical royal colleges joined specialist, associate specialist and specialty (SAS) doctors for a special Meet your president event last night, discussing how colleges and employers can improve recognition, career development and leadership opportunities across the SAS workforce.
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06/10/26
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RCP calls on GMC to distinguish clearly between doctors, PAs and PAAs

The RCP has written to the General Medical Council (GMC) to raise concerns about the terminology used in its communications and consultations relating to physician assistants (PAs).
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05/10/26
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From representation to influence: strengthening the SAS voice in medicine

SAS physicians play a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care across the NHS. During SAS Week 2026, RCP SAS lead Dr Naeem Aziz reflects on the growing influence of the SAS community within the RCP, the progress made in recent years, and the opportunities still ahead.
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05/10/26
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Diary of first multiple sclerosis patient goes on display in new Royal College of Physicians exhibition

The diary of the first known multiple sclerosis patient will be displayed as part of a new exhibition at the Royal College of Physicians (RCP) museum which explores perspectives often overlooked in traditional medical histories, told through the voices of patients themselves.
News
02/10/26
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The future of the NHS depends on creating health, not just treating illness

RCP president Professor Mumtaz Patel recently presented at the British Society of Lifestyle Medicine (BSLM) annual conference where she discussed the future of medicine. Here, reflecting on work that’s being led by BLSM chair Dr Frances Elliot, she makes the case for a whole-government approach that creates the conditions for people and communities to thrive.
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02/10/26
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RCP urges government to close loopholes in tobacco and vape marketing rules

Ministers should seize the opportunity to close loopholes in tobacco and vape regulation and resist attempts to weaken proposed reforms, the Royal College of Physicians (RCP) has said in its response to a major government consultation.