The data in this report summarise information about child deaths in England up to 31 March 2024
Child death review data release 2024
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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.
Thematic Report Topic Proposal
This is an opportunity to submit proposed topics for thematic reports for NCMD’s consideration.
Anna Pease: Preventing Sudden Unexpected Deaths in Infancy for families with infants at increased risk
Anna Pease, Research Fellow, University of Bristol The recent publication of the Darzi Report lays bare some of the fundamental needs for a healthy population. The report describes health visitors as “crucial to development in the first five years of life” and the...
Talking About Lactation – The Importance of Shared Decision Making in Antenatal Anticipatory Care Planning
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 video...
RLSS UK – Safety Warning on Child Drownings at Home
The Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK) is a leading charity in water safety, and following recent findings, is urging healthcare professionals and others working with families to help raise awareness of the risks associated with water in the home, with an initial...
Preventing Future Child Deaths Through Shared Learnings
In this NCMD webinar participants will share valuable insights and strategies for preventing future child deaths.
Child death reviews in 2024: Autumn update
In this NCMD webinar participants will get an overview of the NCMD’s recent work and key updates to the child death review process.
Introducing the Child Death Review Toolkit webinar
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 webinar Dr...
Talking About Lactation – The Importance of Shared Decision Making in Antenatal Anticipatory Care Planning
Perinatal midwife Sara Balmforth and Mum Rowen Emmett discuss lactation choices for expectant families with a life-limiting foetal diagnosis.
Child drowning deaths in England 1 April 2022 to 31 March 2023
This summary report aims to describe the number and characteristics of child drowning deaths in England, based on the latest available data from the NCMD, which covers the period 1 April 2022 to 31 March 2023. It builds on the findings of NCMD thematic report Deaths...
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