This NCMD briefing provides data on deaths of children due to neonatal Herpes Simplex Virus
Publications
Our publications section carries all NCMD reports, briefings and data releases. Here you’ll find in-depth analysis of overall child mortality in England, deep dives into specific causes of death with recommendations for improvement in the future, and complete data releases that give you a chance to explore the unique data we hold for yourself.
Implementing Working Together Changes for Child Death Review
Warning! This video is intended for a professional audience and deals with difficult subject matter in a straightforward and matter-of-fact way. Those with lived experience of bereavement and child loss may find it difficult or upsetting to watch.This NCMD webinar was...
Listening to Maternity Clinicians: Shaping Safety Communications That Work
Nikki Glover, Senior Implementation Manager, UCLPartners When it comes to keeping babies safe, the right information in the right hands can make all the difference. The National Child Mortality Database (NCMD) collects and analyses data on all child deaths in England...
Implementing Working Together Changes for Child Death Review
This webinar will focus on the upcoming changes to the eCDOP system to support implementation of Working Together 2023.
Child Mortality During Winter Periods
This analysis focuses on the number of child deaths that occurred during winter periods between 2019 and 2024
When a Child Dies: A Guide for Parents and Carers
This guide tells parents and carers what to expect when a child dies
BBC News report using NCMD data – Deaths of children due to falls from windows
Warning! This video deals with a difficult subject matter. Those with lived experience of bereavement and child loss may find it difficult or upsetting to watch.BBC News report using data from the National Child Mortality Database. Thirteen children have died in falls...
Thematic Report Launch Children with Life-Limiting Conditions; Learning from child death reviews
Warning! This video is intended for a professional audience and deals with difficult subject matter in a straightforward and matter-of-fact way. Those with lived experience of bereavement and child loss may find it difficult or upsetting to watch.In this NCMD webinar,...
Falling deaths of children under 11 years
This briefing looks at deaths of children under 11 years as a result of a fall from a window or balcony






